Tag: Military mres

According to a 2022 survey by Mercy For Animals, 81% of military personnel supported having more plant-based food options. This statistic highlights a growing demand for diverse food choices and directly addresses the question: do you have to eat meat in the military? The answer is no, and modern armed forces are increasingly adapting to accommodate various dietary needs.

A diagnosis of celiac disease is officially disqualifying for U.S. military service, largely because the military does not reliably provide certified gluten-free MREs. This means that while some individual components may be gluten-free, no official military MRE is certified or safe for those with severe sensitivities or celiac disease.