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thevegetabletrials
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Hello from Michigan

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Hi everyone,

I'm Rachel, a college student in Michigan. I'm currently eating an omnivorous diet, and am on this website to explore ethical arguments for veganism. I don't have a strong background with philosophy/ethics since it is not my field of study, but I am interested in political philosophy, and this interest has started to slowly stem into looking at animal ethics. Also, I'm always interested in trying new (relatively easy and fairly cheap) vegan recipes, so feel free to post links to recipes if you're feel like it!

Have a great day!
Rachel
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brimstoneSalad
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Re: Hello from Michigan

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Welcome Rachel,

Do you have any thoughts on ethics now? If so, what would you consider to be the basis for morality?

The best vegan recipes are the satiating ones with protein and fat, so they don't leave you feeling hungry. Dishes that incorporate beans are great, but a little protein powder in a smoothie can boost satiation too.
Hummus is a good go-to snack, but bean burritos are good for a main course.
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PsYcHo
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Re: Hello from Michigan

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Hello!

They have some excellent Vegan recipes that anyone can enjoy. Have you ever tried Indian food? Much of it is either Vegetarian or Vegan, and it's delicious. (I've made it for people who didn't notice it didn't have any meat/dairy... :) )

Welcome aboard!
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Jebus
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Re: Hello from Michigan

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Hi Rachel,

The ethical arguments for veganism are quite simple and do not require any special training; i.e, why make animals suffer when we can eat great tasting plant-based food that is also better for our health and the environment?

Lots of vegan recipes here: http://allrecipes.com/recipes/1227/everyday-cooking/vegan/
How to become vegan in 4.5 hours:
1.Watch Forks over Knives (Health)
2.Watch Cowspiracy (Environment)
3. Watch Earthlings (Ethics)
Congratulations, unless you are a complete idiot you are now a vegan.
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