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Help planet by going vegetarian

The Spokesman-Review

This week is the 40th anniversary of Earth Day. Let’s pledge to conserve Earth’s natural resources for future generations. We know about recycling, changing light bulbs, adjusting the thermostat and reducing our driving habits. This year, we can make the most important switch – to a plant-based diet.

A recently published study in WorldWatch magazine found that production of meat and dairy products may account for fully half of worldwide greenhouse gas emissions. Such production contributes more pollutants to our water supplies than all other human activities combined. It causes global shortages of drinking water and is the driving force in global deforestation and wildlife habitat destruction.

This year, let’s celebrate Earth Day and every day by replacing meat and dairy products in our diet with healthful, ecofriendly foods like fresh fruits and vegetables, legumes, whole grains and nuts. Those opting for a more gradual transition will find ample soy and grain-based meat and dairy analogs in our local supermarket. Additional information is also available at www.greenyourdiet.org.

Sebastian Granger

Spokane



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