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Originally Posted by alisonJ  I am not sure I can handle that. I saw some short video clips on peta.org and on youtube, and I cannot get the horrible images out of my mind. But when I am tempted to eat meat, I think of those things. I don't need any more incentive right now.
I also consider the carbon footprint of meat vs. vegetables when I consider going astray. If you believe in global warming (and I DO think there is an anthropogenic contribution to global warming) then becoming a vegetarian is one of the most important things you can do to lessen your carbon footprint.
Like Ann, though, I hate preachy vegetarians or vegans, and I will not become one. After all, my husband continues to eat meat. And other animals eat meat! I don't think it is unnatural to eat meat. But it is a decison I have made for a few reasons, as discussed in my postings above. |
I hope you didn't think I was a Preachy vegetarian! Sorry if you did. I have not touched meat for 37 years and my husband and my 3 daughters love meat. My reasons are more of the Inhumane treatment of animals, not because I want to be healthy
Its ones personal choice. Good luck to you.