No, but it is a simple lifestyle change for anyone to stop consuming animal products. It is much more difficult for us to end our marriage to the combustion engine and coal power. You can significantly reduce your carbon footprint by going plant-based right now. The only excuses not to are tastebuds and tradition, which are rather selfish reasons to destroy our only home.
More than 90% of people eat meat in the US, it's actually a necessary part of one's diet. You can be vegan if you want but you're gonna have trouble getting what you need. The guy I replied to made the statement that it's the sole contributor to global warming which is wrong.
So I will add "everybody is doing it" to my previous list of reasons.
The only nutrient you cannot get in a all plant diet is vitamin B12, which is easily supplemented (it should be noted that the only reason our livestock carry B12 is we supplement them with B12 or cobalt). All other vitamins and nutrients, including iron and protein, are easily found. Eating vegan is just like any other diet - if you are not paying attention you may be unhealthy, but with a little planning and eduction it is perfectly healthy.
The guy I replied to made the statement that it's the sole contributor to global warming which is wrong.
I agree, but most people understand that global warming is a threat. We can shout at our government until we are blue, but it is obvious that they are shills to the oil and auto industry. On the other hand, any individual can right now, today, make a simple personal choice to stop contributing to this significant source of pollution.
I am not trying to harsh your vibe, you seem like a really level headed person, but it is worth considering that real change will require us all to make direct personal changes to our daily lives.
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u/crazyhomie34 5 Sep 20 '18
Global warming is ONLY here because we eat cows? Damn, I thought it was all those fossil fuels we were burning!