Meatout Day

You already know about Meat Free Monday, Sir Paul McCartney’s campaign asking households to cut out meat on Mondays and slow global warming.

The links between meat and climate change have been well-known for several years. A UN study in 2006 showed that the livestock industry was responsible for a staggering 18% of man’s global greenhouse gas emissions.

We all know the truth about red meat and that the meat is not good for our health. If you have some doubts about that read about study that finds vegetarians to live longer.

Meatout is another campaign, started in 1985. to become the world’s largest annual grassroots diet education campaign.

You don’t have to live on tofu – Tofu is a protein-packed tasty and versatile ingredient in your vegetarian arsenal, but it’s not the only thing on the menu. In fact, there are several yummy options for getting your protein needs met, including veggie burgers, quinoa, and a whole parade of legumes to choose from.

The purpose is to expose the public to the joys and benefits of a plant-based diet, while promoting the availability and selection alternatives to meat and dairy in mainstream grocery stores, restaurants, and catering operations.

If this is not the right cause then watch this video!

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