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Meat substitutes: Top or flop?

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Vegan or vegetarian meat substitutes have become increasingly popular in recent years. Made from various plant-based proteins, they are often designed to resemble meat in terms of taste and texture. Even if they don't always achieve this, they are ahead in terms of environmental friendliness and animal welfare. What do you think of such products?

There are now a large number of suppliers and a wide range of products, including fish substitutes. These are often very different in terms of quality and taste. However, they all have one thing in common: fewer resources are generally used for their production than for meat, sausage and the like, for example in terms of water and land. Greenhouse emissions and environmental pollution are also lower. However, critics often point to the highly processed nature and additives of some of these products or complain about the taste, appearance and texture.

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What do you think of meat substitutes? Have you ever tried any and how did they taste? Do you have any concerns about the ingredients? What advantages do you see in such products? How important is animal welfare to you when consuming meat substitutes? Are there any improvements you would like to see from the manufacturers? We look forward to hearing your experiences and opinions!