Heartfulness in Vegans, Vegetarians, and Omnivores.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The primary goal of this study was to investigate the relation between the choice of a vegan or vegetarian diet as a criterion of sustainability and the aspect of heartfulness. We also analyzed which demographic, diet-related, and mindfulness practice-related variables could predict the different facets of heartfulness.

Methods

In total, 419 persons participated. After providing demographic, diet-related, and mindfulness practice-related information, participants completed a gratitude questionnaire, a self-compassion scale, a compassion scale, and an equanimity scale.

Results

The results show that vegans and vegetarians indicated higher scores than omnivores in some aspects of heartfulness, such as both self-compassion scales. These effects could not be sho

SUBMITTER: Voll A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10049544 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature