I would like to applaud Subway - the worlds largest restaurant chain - for their addition of (as of now) three vegan subs. This is big news not just for vegans but for animal lovers everywhere. Options are always good but options where someone may choose meat are even better. Not too mention that this brings vegan issues to the fore front of discussions and make life a little more convenient for vegans, vegetarians and people who just wish to experiment. While I firmly believe that making whole food choices is always better - it's not always easy or convenient and at many times can be down right impossible. Subway changes this and makes a healthy(er) option available - at least in some locations. And this is a big reason I support Subway - they're bring major social, health, economic and environmental issues to the table - literally. What we eat is who we are and effects every aspect of life. There is no separation between our plates and our environment and our health. To think so is to be misguided at best and foolish at worse. Too many people think a plant -based diet as a fringe movement for the off -centered people (ummmm...hippies?) and what they need to know that this path is THE only option for feeding the poor and hungry, eradicating the major life taking diseases that threaten our young, old and all in between and saving the environment for future generations to live full and healthy lives. People now have the choice between an animal that was tortured for our taste and a plant-based meal that holds so much promise in every bite. So what may seem like a tiny step for a vegans happiness - is a major advance for a worlds concern. And who knows - they may even taste great.
Peace,
Eric
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