Why Should We Avoid Meat? A Comprehensive Look at Health, Ethics, and the Environment
                                
                                
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                                According to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization, animal agriculture produces 14.5% of global greenhouse gas emissions, more than all transportation combined. This staggering figure is just one of many compelling reasons why we should avoid meat, with significant considerations for our health, the environment, and animal welfare guiding modern dietary choices.