Vegetarianism / Veganism

     Many do not know the differences between aVegetarian and Vegan but the many difference is that a vegan does not eat meat and any product or item that ever came from an animal such as eggs, dairy,etc. Where as a vegetarian just does not eat meat.

 

      

 

Reasons why People Choose Veg 





 

 

 

http://www.hinduismtoday.com/modules/smartsection/item.php?itemid=1541

A lot of people become vegetarians because of their religion. This website describes different religions and their views on eating meat.

   
         

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GgUgj9xZO7E

This video from Peta, gives medical, moral and social reasons on why you should become a vegetarian. It shows animal cruelty which is another reason why many choose to become a vegetarian or vegan. 
Emily House 

                                              

http://parenting.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/11/24/raising-vegetarian-children/

This article explains that parents want their children to be vegetarians because they want them to be healthy. They choose this lifestyle for their children because they want to make a difference in their lives that can make them understand what it takes to be healthy.

http://www.giveusahome.co.uk/articles/vegetarianism.htm

This website describes some of the reasons why you should avoid eating meat and what is actually in it. The article will convince you that going vegetarian is the right move to make for your health.

 

Pros and Cons

http://vegetarian.procon.org/

This website shows the pros and cons of becoming a vegetarian and its reasoning. There are different reasons as to why people become vegetarians. This link will make you consider going vegetarian because of the long list of benefits that come along with it.

Emily House

http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/04/16/the-challenge-of-going-vegan/

In “The Challenge of Going Vegan”, Tara talking about there is more people now trying to going vegan. But there are two difficulties needs to be overcome. Giving up favorite food and dairy product is especially difficult to replace. And in the end of the article there are solutions to make vegan food more creamy and tasty by soaking and blending cashews and why people used to eat meat don’t like to eat vegan food. And sometimes going vegan also face social issues, like when there is a family party, people would ask for eggs.


Can you be a Vegetarian and still eat MEAT?!

http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/can-you-be-vegetarian-still-eat-meat
This article explains how you can be a flexitarian and still be able to eat meat on occasion if you are a vegetarian.

 

 

 

                                                                  Helpful Links

 

 

 

http://www.chooseveg.com/

This website provides information on why you should choose to be vegetarian or vegan. It includes why you should make the switch for animals, earth, and health. It even includes helpful tips on how to make the switch,helpful recipes to try out, and more resources you can explore if you have more questions that need to be answered.
Nohely Ramirez

 

 

  

                                                             http://vegnews.com/

This online VegNews website provides all things vegan! From news, food, planet, travel,and buzz, this website provides readers with information, tips, recipes, news,and juicy stories about veganism going on everywhere today.
 Nohely Ramirez

 

 

 

 

 

                                           http://www.vegansociety.com/veganpledge/

The Vegan Society offers a Vegan Pledge for non-vegans who would like to try veganism for seven days or for thirty days. It offers a mentor and online support who can answer any of your questions you have about veganism and help on how to become a vegan. Just fill out the pledge provided on the link and your journey to veganism begins!
Nohely Ramirez