Tag: Socioeconomic status and diet

According to a 2023 Gallup poll, Americans in lower-income households are three times more likely to follow a vegan diet than those in upper-income brackets, directly contradicting the pervasive stereotype that most vegans are wealthy. This misconception often arises from the higher cost of specialty processed vegan products and restaurant dining, which are not representative of a whole-food, plant-based diet.

Studies show that children who eat meals frequently with their families are 12% less likely to be overweight and have 24% higher odds of eating healthy foods. This powerful statistic underscores just how does family affect nutrition, shaping dietary habits from an early age.