Not only am I a vegetarian, I am also an animal rights activist. I won't eat meat no matter where it was grown because my health has improved greatly since I cut out meat. And if I am tempted at any time, all I have to do is think about how the animals are treated at slaughtering time and my resolve is renewed. Go to PETA.org and watch some of the undercover videos...if you are brave enough. But remember, the animals didn't have a choice.