Study reveals the one time vegetarians eat meat
Deciding to become a vegetarian can be a big challenge, even for the most dedicated. The thought of foregoing a Sunday roast or sampling that new popular beef burger joint might prove too tempting to pass up for some, but for many New Zealanders, it’s a diet and lifestyle choice that’s worthwhile.
If you are a vegetarian or are considering a meat-free path, take note. A new study conducted in the United Kingdom has uncovered the number one situation that causes most vegetarians to slip up: the pub. Research by Voucher Codes Pro found that 37 per cent of British vegetarians gave into temptations when under the influence of alcohol.
While it’s not surprising that alcohol causes drinkers to lose their inhibitions and make riskier decisions, the numbers are interesting. Researchers found that 26 per cent eat meat after a drink ‘fairly often,’ while a startling 34 per cent admitted they break the meat-free rule <every> time they’re drunk.
So what temptations are just too good to deny? Part-time vegetarians in the study opted for kebabs as their first choice, followed by burgers, bacon, fried chicken and pork sausages.
“I know a few ‘vegetarians’ who sometimes crave meat, but it seems that a few are giving into their cravings when drunk,” says George Charles, founder of Voucher Codes Pro in an interview with The Independent. ‘I think it’s important for friends of these ‘vegetarians’ to support them when drunk and urge them not to eat meat as I’m sure they regret it the next day.”
So, if you’re living a meat-free life and are concerned about cravings, remember: step away from the glass of wine!
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