I read and subscribe to several online newsletters and blogs. I am an information junkie. Over the past few weeks, there has been a lot of information shared about Meatless Mondays. I saw a posting on GOOP (Gwyneth Paltrow's website) and on CrazySexyLife (an online community about healthy living) and even on Oprah (no explanation necessary).
Support Meatless Mondays
Here are a few reasons to support Meatless Mondays:
Reduce Pollution-The livestock industry is responsible for 13.5-18% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
Alleviate World Hunger-Some 800 million people now suffer from hunger or malnutrition while the majority of corn and soya grown (which could be feeding people) goes to feed cattle, pigs and chickens.
Better Health-Studies have shown that people who consume over 30% of their protein intake from animals (meat and dairy) have a much higher risk of cancer. Read The China Study.
Animal Rights-56 BILLION animals are raised and slaughtered for food each year.
My motivation in sharing this information is not just about animal rights, it is about sharing information on how the livestock industry negatively influences pollution, world hunger and your health. Make an educated decision for yourself.
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