Meat's No Treat

It is a common norm in America for families to have a pets. The question is, would you consume your cat or dog?
Many people these days are practicing vegetarianism. But is eating a meat free diet really healthy? Most controversial questions lead to the economical factor and lack of nutrients.
The more and more people that practice vegetarianism each day also contribute to the loss of income for many farmers. Farms that raise animals for consumption are hugely effected. Farms such as these are often in small towns, and the loss of jobs in small towns can be near catastrophic.
Another observation is the lack of nutrients, mainly protein. Protein is an essential nutrient to lead a healthy lifestyle and it also contributes to the immune system. The problem isn't not enough protein; the average diet however consists of too much protein.
Why do people feel it is alright to consume pigs, but consider it immoral if one were to consume a cat or dog? The fact is that pigs are actually smarter than dogs and two year old babies. Chickens have been scientifically observed to use common logic. If someone eats a cow, pig, or other animal it is considered animal abuse; it is considered animal abuse to not feed a pet. However, it is not considered animal abuse with the way animals are treated during their lives before being consumed. Chickens are given growth hormones that force them to grow so fast that their legs break because they aren't strong enough to hold the weight. Cows are only treated when sick if it violates FDA restrictions. Cows with cancer are FDA approved.
Many antibiotics are put into the meat that is eaten which builds up a tolerance to certain drugs. With our bodies tolerant to antibiotics, the antibiotics could be ineffective when a sick person is in need.
The reason it would be complicated to write about being vegetarian is because of the fear for health and the economy. In reality, being vegetarian is much more healthy and eco-friendly. If more fruits and vegetables were being consumed, the demand rate would increase. With an increasing demand more jobs would be avaliable to supply this demand.
Overall, a vegetarian diet uses less water and produces less waste. The loss of nutrients found in animal food can be made up for with supplements and other foods. It would be a rough transition if the majority of the population became vegetarians, but it would be much more environmentally friendly.


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