Tag: Meatless snacks

A 2024 survey showed that over 5% of the US population identifies as vegetarian, yet confusion still exists regarding which foods are considered meatless. The simple and definitive answer to "Do vegetarians eat pork rinds?" is no. Pork rinds are a product of animal origin and are therefore excluded from a vegetarian diet.

The number of people following a vegan diet continues to grow worldwide. So, are vegans allowed to eat mozzarella sticks? The answer is generally no, not the traditional kind, as they contain dairy and eggs. However, the market for plant-based alternatives has expanded, offering vegans delicious, dairy-free versions.

Over 300,000 metric tons of gelatin are produced globally every year, all of it derived from animals, making most traditional varieties a 'no' for vegetarians. While it may seem like a simple question, whether vegetarians can have gummy bears depends entirely on the specific ingredients used, and thankfully, many excellent plant-based options exist today.

Over 99 million Americans consumed tortilla chips in 2020, and many of them wonder: does Takis have any meat in it? The good news is that most classic Takis flavors, including the popular Fuego variety, are free from animal meat, but some other products in the Takis lineup do contain meat or other animal-derived ingredients.