Plant-based ingredients

Plant-based ingredients are components derived from fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, and herbs. These ingredients are used to create foods, beverages, and products that are free from animal products or by-products. They are valued for their nutritional benefits, such as vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants, as well as their sustainability, since plant-based sources often require fewer resources than animal farming. People choose plant-based ingredients for health, ethical, or environmental reasons, and they form the foundation of vegetarian and vegan diets, as well as many plant-based alternatives like milk, meat, and snacks.