Is being vegan the same as being vegetarian?

Answer 1

Yes, a true vegan is not only a vegetarian, but also does not use any other animal products, such as leathers and furs. This, of course, means there are probably many people who think they are vegans, but do not realize they are using animal products in everyday life, such as hand soap which is often made from stearates (fatty acids derived from animal fats), and Gelatin obtained again from animal renderings.

The term is, therefore, more of a belief or mindset, than a reality.

Answer 2

Not at all! A vegan doesn't eat ANY products that come from animals. Vegans don't eat milk, eggs, chocolate (if it has milk in), honey etc. Vegetarians just don't eat the meat or meat products themselves.

Some vegetarians (such as in India) also don't eat eggs, but the (UK) Vegetarian Society's definition allows eggs.

Answer 3

A vegan is more than a vegetarian. Vegetarians do not eat meat. Vegans do not eat any animal products. This includes meat, fish, milk, eggs, cheese , cream, etc. Some also will not eat honey. These are called dietary vegans.

There are also those that live vegan lifestyles. They are dietary vegans, but they also will not wear leather, take medicine or wear make-up that was animal tested, or by products from companies that exploit animals.

Answer 4

Yes, all vegans are vegetarians, but not all vegetarians are vegan.