Viva! Health

Viva! Health

Viva! Health, formerly known as The Vegetarian and Vegan Foundation, is a science-based health and nutrition charity. It monitors and interprets the latest research on diet and health, providing accurate information on which people can make informed choices about the food they eat.

History

Viva! Health was founded in 1994 by Juliet Gellatley, who is also the founder of Viva!, a UK-based animal rights group. The organization was initially established as The Vegetarian and Vegan Foundation but later changed its name to Viva! Health in 2013.

Mission

The mission of Viva! Health is to provide accurate and up-to-date information on the health benefits of a vegan diet. The organization aims to educate the public about the links between diet and health, particularly the impact of animal products on human health, the environment, and animal welfare.

Activities

Viva! Health conducts and funds scientific research into the health benefits of vegan diets. It also provides resources and support for individuals looking to transition to a vegan diet, including guides, recipes, and nutritional advice.

Campaigns

Viva! Health runs several campaigns aimed at promoting the health benefits of a vegan diet. These include the '30 Day Vegan' challenge, which encourages people to try a vegan diet for a month, and the 'Incredible Vegans' campaign, which highlights the achievements of vegans in various fields.

Publications

Viva! Health publishes a range of resources on vegan health and nutrition, including guides, fact sheets, and reports. These publications cover a wide range of topics, from the health benefits of a vegan diet to the environmental impact of animal agriculture.

See Also

• Viva!
• Veganism
• Vegetarianism
• Animal rights
• Diet and health

References

• [Official website of Viva! Health]
• [Viva! Health on the Charity Commission website]
• [Viva! Health's publications]

External Links

• [Viva! Health on Facebook]
• [Viva! Health on Twitter]
• [Viva! Health on Instagram]