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While there are many health advantagesto a well-balanced vegetarian diet, a

vegan diet is even healthier. A vegandiet eliminates cholesterol, animal fats

and animal protein which are leading

contributors to many common healthproblems. Becoming vegan requires a

greater commitment, but it means aneven greater outcome for animals, the

environment and your health.

In chooing to Go Veg. You’re on y

our way

to a healthier lifestyle, helping ani

mals and

protecting the planet.

This guide is designed help

kickstart your new

lifestyle. In it you’ll find practical information to

inspire you in your cruelty-free life

.

We know that going vegetarian or v

egan is a

big step for anyone, but it’s easier

than you

might imagine. Some people decide to do it

overnight, while other people find

it easier to do

it gradually.

Make changes at your own pace,

have fun with

it and remember: every journey begins with a

single step, and every person, no m

atter how

small, can make a dierence.

C o n g ra t u la t i o n s ! What is avegan?The word ‘vegan’ (pronounced VEE-gan)

comes from the first three and last twoletters of the word vegetarian. A vegan

does not eat, wear or use anything thatderives from animals. This includes all

meats, eggs, dairy products, honey, fur,silk, leather and wool, along with any

products containing animal-derivedingredients.

What is avegetarian?The word ‘vegetarian’ comes from the

Latin vegetus, meaning whole, sound,fresh and lively! Vegetarians do not eat

any animals including cows, sheeps,

pigs, chickens, fish and crustaceanssuch as shrimps. Vegetarians also do

not eat any animal by-products such as

gelatine and lard. Many vegetarians willnot eat eggs either.

Whatever path you choose, going vegetarian or vegan is rewarding and delicious!

Many people have done it already; here are just a few well known ones:

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