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Say no to meat this May
There’s no denying Australia’s meat eating culture is synonymous with what it means to be a true Aussie, but have you ever thought about the impacts of being a meathead? No Meat May is here to shed some light on this matter.
What is No Meat May?
The No Meat May movement encourages Australians to ditch the meat from their diets for 31 days. The movement addresses four key issues of the over-consumption of meat including the environment, personal health, animal welfare and food equity.
Since its inception in 2012, the anti-meat global community has grown to more than 5,000 supporters in a bid to become more compassionate, sustainable and animal friendly in the future.
What’s a meatless life like?
So, if you eat meat, you’re probably wondering what it’s like to go without meat or better, what it’s like for a convert? Well, founder Ryan Alexander is a prime example, having ditched meat over four years ago. We chat to him about making the change, life there after and battling cravings.
“There were a few factors, but mostly it was after an eye opening read, “Eating Animals” by Jonathan Safran Foer, and learning the negative impacts of our meat consumption,” he says.
The thoughts too much, does it ever get boring?
“Since going vego I feel physically lighter but stronger, like my body recovers quicker from workouts. I don’t pick up as many bugs as I used to now that I’m powered by plants,” he explains.
“I have a large and full spice shelf and I’m not afraid to use it! There is a cliché about vegetarian and vegan food being dull and bland, but there are so many veggie flavours that absolutely sing out when combined in the right way.”
Dealing with cravings
For Alexander, it’s about listening to your body and really looking into your real cravings.
“I used to get cravings for a meat pie – which sounds kind of pretentious, but I’d sit with the hankering and soon recognised I was craving the pastry and gravy… I love a good eggplant, basil, and tofu dish cooked in black bean sauce. You also can’t beat a good wholesome veggie burger!”
Thinking of contributing to making a change? For more information, sign ups and donations visit the official website.
Join the movement on social media by uploading your favourite fruit or vegetable and hashtag #vegielife and #nomeatmay.
