one.point.zero - Colin O'Brien's weblog

Why a group of longtime vegetarians and vegans converted to the idea that flesh and other food from animals can be healthful, environmentally appropriate, and ethical.

Since [poor people] don't have as much money to spend on happiness, they "spend" their health instead.

health as currency

the average American would do less for the planet by switching to a totally local diet than by going vegetarian one day a week

The Meat of the Problem
If you want to do your bit for the environment, the best thing you can do is reduce your meat intake or completely eliminate it.

the focus on food miles is missing the bigger picture and may be counter-productive

don't focus on just one element

Would you melt tupperware and put it on your toast?

hydrogenated ingredients are everywhere