Veganuary explained: health, climate and lifestyle

Health  /  Environment  /  Animals | 23rd January 2026, 20:01 | Published by GBC News

Perhaps you’re attempting Veganuary. The global challenge, which encourages people to try a vegan lifestyle for the month of January, sees millions taking part worldwide.
 
Research suggests that well-planned plant-based diets can support heart health, lower cholesterol and reduce risk of chronic disease.
 
And the Gibraltar Government has integrated the promotion of plant-based diets into its Climate Change Strategy 2025, stating that "the consumption of meat is particularly impacting on the environment".
 
GBC reporter and vegan Katy Docker was on Gibraltar Today exploring what Veganuary is really about.