WHY GO VEGAN

Becoming vegan demonstrates true compassion for the animal kingdom. All sentient beings have a right to life and freedom.

The suffering caused by the dairy and egg industry is possibly less well publicised than the plight of factory farmed animals. The production of dairy products necessitates the death of countless male calves that are of no use to the dairy farmer, as well as the premature death of cows slaughtered when their milk production decreases. Similarly, in the egg industry, even ethical or free range eggs involve the killing of the male chicks when just a day old.

The good news is there IS something we can do about it. Every time we shop or order food in a restaurant – every time we eat – we can choose to help these animals. Every time we make the switch from an animal product to a vegan one we are standing up for farmed animals everywhere.

Well-planned plant-based diets are rich in protein, iron, calcium and other essential vitamins and minerals. 

The plant-based sources of food tend to be low in saturated fat, high in fibre and packed with antioxidants, helping mitigate some of the modern world’s biggest health issues like obesity, heart disease, diabetes and cancer. Many report increased energy, younger looking skin and improved health by moving over to a vegan diet, so it is only win-win!

The most compelling reason to go vegan is to help save our planet from the burden of further exploitation. From recycling our household rubbish to cycling to work, we are all aware of ways to live a greener life. One of the most effective things an individual can do to lower their carbon footprint is to avoid all animal products. This goes way beyond the problem of cow flatulence!

The production of meat and other animal products places a heavy burden on the environment – from crops and water required to feed the animals, to the transport and other processes involved from farm to fork. The vast amount of grain feed required for meat production is a significant contributor to deforestation, habitat loss and species extinction.

Just like veganism is the sustainable option when it comes to looking after our planet, plant-based living is also a more sustainable way of feeding the human family. A plant-based diet requires only one third of the land needed to support a meat and dairy diet.