It is possible to have a self-sufficient lifestyle without relying on animal products for food through plant-based nutrition and sustainable agriculture practices. A mostly plant-based diet requires less space, and meat is not necessary for survival. Reports from the Food and Agriculture Organization can be learned from, but learning on one's own is important. Plants contain anti-nutrients that require processing for optimal nutrition, and humans have survived on a wide variety of diets in different environments. Permaculture and aquaponics use 90% less water and reduce labor by 75%, and aquaponics reuses 95% of water and produces non-contaminated fish. Methane can be produced from bacteria and fecal matter in aquaponics, and compost tea can be brewed from worm castings and water for fruit orchards. With creative planting and efficient use of space, a self-sufficient lifestyle without animal products can be achieved.