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Vegetarianism

Pros of Being a Vegetarian
    Vegetarianism is becoming more popular and some believe it is not a healthy way to live. Although there may be some nutrients you cannot obtain from a vegetarian diet, there are a lot more benefits to keep in mind. For instance, research has shown that vegetarians live longer than meat eaters and are less likely to get chronic diseases. Not only is a vegetarian diet good for your body, but it can also help feed more people and save water. For adults, getting those extra nutrients needed in a vegetarian diet is easier than for kids. It takes very specific planning to keep children from having side effects at a young age.
    Although it is hard for vegetarians to get enough protein and some vitamins, they find the plus sides of not eating meat to be worth it. Vegetarianism reduces the risk of hypertension, heart disease, some cancers, diabetes, obesity, kidney disease, and many other chronic diseases (Howell 1). So, without all of these diseases and complications that meat eaters have, it only makes sense that vegetarians will live longer. Research shows that vegetarians live ten to fifteen years longer than meat eaters (1). Taking a daily protein and vitamin B-12 supplement is a small price to pay for a healthier, longer life.
    Most people think vegetarians don’t eat meat because they don’t like the thought of animals being killed for food. Well, this may be the reason for some, but for most there is a lot more in mind than just saving animals. A study showed that if Americans decreased their consumption of meat by only ten percent the amount of grain that would not be used feeding the animals would be enough to feed all of the 60 million people who die from hunger every year (Howell 2). It went on to show that “ten people can be fed with the amount of grain needed to create enough meat to feed one person” (2). So, vegetarianism can help feed more people, but it can also help save water.” A total vegetarian diet requires...