Shoppers' opinions on meat & health GB 2018 | Statista

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As of 2018, just under a half of polled shoppers in Great Britain considered white meat such as poultry to be a healthier choice than red meat. Around 20 percent stated that eating meat might increase a risk of some cancers.

Opinions on meat and health among surveyed shoppers in Great Britain in 2018

Characteristic	Share of respondents
White meat such as poultry is a healthier choice than red meat	49.9%
Meat contains important nutrients and is a vital part of a healthy diet	48.1%
Meat is healthy as long as you avoid fatty cuts	36.9%
Eating meat is the best way to ensure you get enough protein	34.7%
Eating meat puts you at a higher risk of some cancers	19.7%
People who eat meat are more likely to be overweight	8.6%
None of the above	9.3%

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Release date

July 2018

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Region

United Kingdom (Great Britain)

Survey time period

March 5, 2018 to March 9, 2018

Number of respondents

2,142 respondents

Age group

18 years and older

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GB respondents.

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