Veganuary 2025 survey finds lasting health and mood benefits from going vegan

A growing number of people are finding that going vegan doesn’t just help the planet, it can also transform their own wellbeing. Veganuary’s latest global survey reveals that participants who took up the 31-day vegan challenge in January 2025 experienced lasting physical and emotional benefits well beyond the campaign.

More than half of respondents reported feeling happier, more energetic and healthier six months after switching to a plant-based diet, according to the finding. It also suggest that Veganuary has evolved from a short-term pledge into a catalyst for long-term lifestyle change, inspiring millions worldwide to embrace more mindful and sustainable eating habits.

According to the Veganuary 2025 Six-Month Follow-Up Survey, 58 percent of participants who continued eating a fully vegan diet for six months reported an improvement in mood. This emotional uplift was complemented by other notable benefits, with 55 percent experiencing increased energy, 48 percent reporting better skin, and 47 percent achieving their desired change in body weight. Overall, 59 percent of respondents said their general health had improved since adopting a plant-based lifestyle.

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The survey results also show that Veganuary’s impact extends well beyond the initial 31-day challenge. A majority of participants (80 percent) have maintained a significant reduction in animal product consumption. While 32 percent remain fully vegan, 33 percent have reduced their intake of animal-based foods by at least 75 percent, and another 15 percent by 50 percent or more.

Impressively, 94 percent of those who are not fully vegan said they are likely to try vegan again in the future reflecting Veganuary’s growing global influence in inspiring sustainable dietary change. Participants also reported that Veganuary helped them develop a more positive and mindful approach to food while 67 percent said they now feel more inspired in the kitchen and 52 percent found themselves making more adventurous food choices.

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Nearly half of respondents shared that Veganuary helped them choose healthier and more sustainable options in their daily meals.

Commenting on the results, Prashanth Vishwanath, India Director of Veganuary, said, “Year after year, It is clear that Veganuary creates lasting change. The fact that nearly 60 percent of participants report improved mood and increased energy levels is remarkable. Whether people are seeking a more positive outlook, better health, or simply a greater sense of wellbeing, these findings show that trying vegan can lead to lasting positive transformation.”

With millions worldwide taking part each year, Veganuary continues to demonstrate how small dietary shifts can lead to meaningful, long-term improvements for both people and the planet.