Just my two cents on this issue. I am really trying very hard to transition to vegetarianism, but I have some internal problems with doing that. I will eventually, but for now I feel like eating meat is part of my life. I do hate the cruelty on factory farms and animal suffering and I've almost completely given up dairy products, although it is a constant struggle for me. If I ever go out and eat with my family, everyone else orders meat and I don't want to be viewed as the one who always orders a salad or a vegetable wrap. I know that's a stupid reason, but I have made significant health improvements and I eat meat as little as possible, but sometimes I can't find a better alternative. But I'm revamping the whole diet and I've been eating more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, not to mention a variety of nuts. Walnuts are my favorite. So it's not like I'm eating meat constantly, and every time I do, I acknowledge the life of the animal this meal took and I honor it by enjoying it that much more. I guess you could say it's conscious animal consumption.
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