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Plant-Based vs. Vegan: The Useful Difference
These terms overlap in food conversations, but they do not always mean the same thing.
Plant-based often describes the plate
It commonly means food centered on plants. The exact definition can vary by restaurant, brand, and person.
Vegan is usually broader
Veganism often means a practice that aims to avoid animal exploitation as far as possible and practicable, including more than food.