Andrey on Nostr: I appreciate the thoughtful response and agree that industrial agriculture as a ...
I appreciate the thoughtful response and agree that industrial agriculture as a whole—whether plant-based or animal-based—is deeply flawed. Almond and palm oil production are great examples of how destructive large-scale monoculture can be, and I completely agree that the focus should be on industrial systems, not selectively on animals or plants.
That said, my perspective isn’t about the environment alone—it’s also about the ethical implications of animal life and suffering. Praising meat without acknowledging the life taken and the potential suffering of the animal feels dismissive of the complexity of the choices we make as consumers. Even if regenerative agriculture is part of the solution (and I respect its potential), the animals involved still lose their lives, often unnecessarily, in a world where alternatives exist.
As for health, I’m not vegan, but I’ve known individuals thriving on well-planned vegan diets. It’s worth noting that anecdotal evidence varies widely, and thriving often depends more on access to quality food and nutritional knowledge than diet labels alone.
Ultimately, it’s not about demonizing meat but recognizing the weight of the choices we make. A bit more reflection on the life behind the food could make all of us—meat-eaters, pescatarians, vegetarians, or vegans—a bit more mindful and compassionate.
That said, my perspective isn’t about the environment alone—it’s also about the ethical implications of animal life and suffering. Praising meat without acknowledging the life taken and the potential suffering of the animal feels dismissive of the complexity of the choices we make as consumers. Even if regenerative agriculture is part of the solution (and I respect its potential), the animals involved still lose their lives, often unnecessarily, in a world where alternatives exist.
As for health, I’m not vegan, but I’ve known individuals thriving on well-planned vegan diets. It’s worth noting that anecdotal evidence varies widely, and thriving often depends more on access to quality food and nutritional knowledge than diet labels alone.
Ultimately, it’s not about demonizing meat but recognizing the weight of the choices we make. A bit more reflection on the life behind the food could make all of us—meat-eaters, pescatarians, vegetarians, or vegans—a bit more mindful and compassionate.