For many Malaysians, it can be hard to imagine what a vegan diet would look like, if you  had to give up all animal-based products in your diet. But today, it’s become more common to hear or know of people around you who have adopted a plant-based lifestyle - or are at least putting in the effort to eat less meat. As this January marks the 10th year of the annual Veganuary campaign - where people challenge themselves to go vegan for the month - we’re taking this opportunity to dive into the rise of veganism, particularly here in Malaysia, and to also address why vegans still tend to get a bad rep.

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Produced by: Lim Sue Ann

Presented by: Lim Sue Ann

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Categories:  Law/Activism,  environment,  food

Tags:  the bigger picture,  live and learn,  veganism,  vegetarianism,  animal welfare,  climate change,  diet,  plant-based diets,