Would the nation back a meat-free menu at hospital? The study of 2,000 adults revealed that while 79% have sympathy for the NHS in its current state, 55% believe something needs to change when it comes to the meals served. Being more environmentally friendly, healthier and more inclusive to different cultures and beliefs were some of the best benefits to a meat-free menu in hospitals, according to respondents. Meanwhile, 25% think it could help encourage healthy eating once home from hospital.
Related articles NHS sparks fury as hospital bans three popular foods for being 'very smelly' Paris 2024 Olympics menu revealed - and it's really not very French The research was commissioned by Plant-Based Healthcare Professionals UK , which wants to see plant-based meals as the default option in hospitals and healthcare institutions, in line with the policy in place in New York City hospitals. Dr Shireen Kassam, founder of the community interest company, said: “There’s certainly an appetite to see change. Naturally, there will be many that perhaps wouldn’t be as keen, but often once ideas are implemented, people adapt very quickly.
“Everyone has a vision in their minds when they think of hospital food – and it is rarely positive, so it is certainly time the food had a refresh, and plant-based dishes not only offer health, financial and climate benefits, but they are more colourful and flavoursome, too.” When asked of the general impression of meals served to patients in NH.
