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A Better Life through Greens
Cow, Pig, Chicken and Lamb- all sound like regular words to most, but on a dinner table alongside green salad and vegetables, maybe not. ... At the same time in one’s lifetime, they are taught that life is to be lived with consideration of others, kindness, justice and health. ... Life should not be lived in irony, but in equality, fairness and the goodness values of every individual. ... A diet lacking meat and other animal products is the healthy and moral way every human should live their life. ... ”(Perl 15)
A vegetarian’s health in comparison to a carnivore promotes a better defense off diseases, a longer life span, and a better self-image. ... Dean Ornish in San Francisco has had remarkable success in reversing heart disease through a plant-based diet that avoids the need for bypass surgery and can cut medical costs $10,000 a year per patient. ... (Floyd 105) Ornish is an enthusiastic missionary for vegetarianism, proclaiming, "When I changed my diet, I had more energy, I could think more clearly, and I even smelled better. ... (Floyd 104) Diets high in protein, particularly animal protein, may increase the loss of calcium through the urine and lead to a weakening of the bones. ... In fact, calcium in leafy greens is often more plentiful and better absorbed (with the exception of spinach) than the calcium in dairy products, and it contains no cholesterol or saturated fat. ... (Engebretson)
Through millions of statistics, research, and experiences, a Vegan lifestyle has been supported as far more favorable to the environment, human health, and human interactions. ... Proteins can be obtained through lentils, tofu, nuts, seeds, tempe, peas, whole grain bread, greens, potatoes, pasta and even more. It has even been noticed that vegetarians are more likely to avoid sugar-filled sodas, fruit drinks, and fast food because of their better outlook on health.
Approximate Word count = 1513
Approximate Pages = 6.1
(250 words per page double spaced)
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