It’s the longtime debate between vegetarians and meat eaters: Are plant-based alternatives to meat really better for you, even if they’re processed? New research says yes. Though these PBMAs often ...

Plant-based meat alternatives, despite being ultraprocessed, may be healthier for the heart than meat, a new report suggests. A review of previous studies found that risk factors for heart disease, ...

New research found that vegetarians who ate plant-based meat alternatives had a 42% higher risk of depression as well as signs of greater inflammation. Plant-based meat alternatives are processed ...

The market for meat substitutes may grow $4.4 billion in value by 2028, according to one research firm's predictions. Technavio released its report about the market on Friday. The market's projected ...

This is one of the few meat substitutes for vegans and vegetarians that isn’t made with soy—making it a good option for people who have soy allergies or who are trying to avoid it. However, if you ...

Thinking about eating less meat for health, budget, environmental, or ethical reasons? Keep reading to learn why it real ...

Maddy has a degree in biochemistry from the University of York and specializes in reporting on health, medicine, and genetics. Maddy has a degree in biochemistry from the University of York and ...

Jackfruit, a large tropical fruit, is often used as a meat substitute. It’s available as a whole fruit or sometimes sliced into more manageable, usable pieces. Unripe, it’s green and unyielding; as it ...