When I see all this, I have to wonder whether humans truly are the most highly evolved animals on this planet. Concern for Earth and its inhabitants Raising animals for food requires a lot more land than it takes to raise grains, beans, and other life-giving plants. If everyone ate plant foods instead of animals there could be about ten times as much food available. Besides the land resources, ranching animals instead of farming crops uses much more water for less return. And the waste products produced either by the animals themselves or as a result of the slaughtering process contribute heavily to the pollution of our air and water.
Health concerns Heart disease, obesity, stroke, cancer.
Every day we hear about how a diet high in animal fats, cholesterol, and other animal products contributes to these conditions. Nutritionists, physicians, and scientists have been telling us for years to eat more fruits, vegetables, grains, etc. It takes much more time and energy for our bodies to digest animal products than plant foods. Many people suffer frequent heartburn, upset stomach, and other digestive disorders after eating these foods. Try a sensible, healthful diet based on plant foods, and see if you don't feel better.