Veteran RAF snowboarder says becoming vegan was vital to recovery from serious injuries

A veteran RAF snowboarder says his switch to a vegan lifestyle has revolutionised his recovery from serious injuries as he competes in Meribel for the first time.

A snowboarder for 10 years, vegan for eight and RAF instructor for three, AS1 Technician Cain Elliott has experienced significant changes in his military life to date.

Making his first appearance at the Inter Services Snow Sports Championships, on their 75th anniversary, he told Simon Hunter how veganism has transformed his life on the slopes.

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