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No Thanks—Skip the Meat

Although only 5 percent of the American population identifies themselves as vegetarians that number has continued to grow over the past few decades. The reason for avoiding any kind of meat varies from person to person. Some do it for health reasons. They cite studies indicating eating meat is not natural to human physiology. They believe that not consuming animal products can reduce the risk of a number of health conditions such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes.

Other vegetarians choose this lifestyle for environmental reasons. They point out that not raising animals for food could help the earth conserve water. It might also reduce global greenhouse gases and other types of pollution. Some also believe vegetarianism can protect the rainforest.

Yes Please—Pass the Steak

People have been consuming meat from the very beginning of their existence. It was the nutrients found in meat that originally allowed humans to develop larger brains and higher intelligence. Meat is a “superfood”. It contains all of the amino acids and essential nutrients humans need to grow and thrive. It has high levels of fat that support the immune and nervous systems. It also has B12, an essential vitamin for the digestive system.

Greenhouse gas pollution is often blamed on raising cattle, but studies have shown that the production of protein alternatives, such as tofu, often create more emissions than the production of meat. To improve the planet, there are a number of steps that could be made other than not consuming meat, and these changes could have a much higher impact on the earth than skipping hamburgers ever could.

Grade 9 Compare and Contrast CCSS: CCRA.R.6, RI.9-10.6, RST.9-10.6

What factor do these two viewpoints have in common?

Animals are not typically raised humanely.
Consuming animal products affects physical health.
Humans have been eating various kinds of meat for centuries.
Nutrients played a vital role in human mental development.

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Grade 9 Compare and Contrast CCSS: CCRA.R.6, RI.9-10.6, RST.9-10.6