Comparing diet-related attitudes, perceptions, and behaviors of vegan and omnivorous adults: results from a cross-sectional survey study in Germany

The findings are consistent with and build on existing research on cognitive and behavioral patterns related to a vegan diet, while at the same time yielding some additional insights. In particular, the results on significant differences in the risk-benefit perception of a vegan diet, as well as on motivations and influences regarding the decision to follow a vegan diet provide an important basis for the development of public health interventions and a foundation for further studies in this field.