Aug 13 2009
Vegan Kickstart program starts on September 8, 2009
I’m not a fan of the Meatless Monday initiative as I don’t see how cutting out meat once a week will actually lead anyone to vegetarianism, let alone veganism. But I do support mentored vegan introductions carried out over a continuous period of time. The Physicians Committee For Responsible Medicine is launching a 21-day program designed for anyone who wants to explore and experience the health benefits of a vegan diet. The program is based on research by PCRM’s president, Neal Barnard. That is the kind of initiative that I think can attract people to veganism on a permanent basis, perhaps not every single person who may use the service but certainly a proportion of them.
And what will subscribers get?
Daily e-tips that will put you on the path to weight loss, better health, and greater well-being; A delicious, easy, and satisfying recipe sent every day that will help you break your cravings for unhealthy foods; Weekly motivational nutrition webcasts featuring Dr. Barnard; Social support of other Kickstart participants through a message board where nutrition professionals answer your health and diet questions.
Great, eh? Besides, the service is free. Go on, give it a go – turning to veganism is the best way to help animals and it’s also beneficial to your health and the environment. Extend veganism to your clothes by excluding leather, silk and wool, cleaning and hygiene products (get ones without animal products and not tested on animals), and never support any service that exploits an animal, be it a horse-drawn carriage, a circus or anything else. Animals have the right to be free and have their physical integrity respected, just like we do.
To subscribe, go here. Good luck!
