The meat industry is a massive polluter, so skipping meat-based meals can make a huge difference.
Going plant-based in more of your meals can save money and lower your risk of heart disease, cancer, and stroke.
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How To Start
Try new veggie meals at restaurants to see which meat alternatives are your favorites. Then, experiment at home a few times a week.
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What Comes Next
Learn a few recipes with high-protein, plant-based options as the base. Tofu and beans are fan favorites, but don’t sleep on lentils or mushrooms.
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“Stopped eating meat ~5 years ago (with a few exceptions on holidays), and now my girlfriend is a mostly-vegetarian too.”
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