Over 50 percent of surveyed Canadians stated that the reason they are considering cutting beef from diet is to improve their overall health. According to the survey carried out in May 2021, other leading reasons to eliminate beef consumption included environmental concerns and the price of meat.
Reasons why consumers are thinking about eliminating beef from their diet in Canada as of May 2021
Characteristic
Share of respondents
Cutting out animal products is better for overall health
53%
I'm concerned about the environment
46%
Eating meat is participating in animal cruelty
32%
The price of meat is too high
31%
I prefer a lifestyle without animal based products
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