JUNE PINEDA 10-BRAVERY MRS.

GUERRERO

Negative Effects Of Excessive Meat Eating

Too much eating meat can cause several health problems and many more.
Eating too much meat is not sustainable for our bodies and for our planet. I will give
reasons why individuals should consider reducing their consumption of meat.

The production of meat is a leading cause of greenhouse gas emissions. The

raising of livestock, especially cows, produces significant amounts of methane, a
potent greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change. In fact, the United
Nations has identified the meat industry as one of the top contributors to global
warming. By choosing to eat less meat, individuals can help reduce their carbon
footprint and do their part in mitigating the effects of climate change.

The consumption of meat is linked to a number of negative health effects.

Diets high in red and processed meats have been shown to increase the risk of
heart disease, certain types of cancer, and other chronic illnesses. In contrast, plant-
based diets have been shown to have numerous health benefits, including a
reduced risk of heart disease, diabetes, and obesity. By reducing their consumption
of meat, individuals can improve their own health and reduce their risk of developing
chronic diseases.

The meat industry is a major contributor to animal cruelty and environmental

destruction. Factory farming, which is the dominant method of producing meat,
involves confining animals in cramped and inhumane conditions and subjecting
them to cruel treatment. Additionally, the production of meat requires vast amounts
of land, water, and other resources, leading to deforestation, habitat destruction, and
other environmental impacts. By choosing to eat less meat, individuals can help
reduce the demand for these practices and support more sustainable and humane
ways of producing food.

Even though meat dishes are more delicious than vegetables dishes,
however, making meat contributes to global warming and animal cruelty. Individuals
should consider eating more meat because its proven it has many negative effects
in many aspects. In conclusion, the excessive consumption of meat has significant
negative impacts on human health, the environment, and animal welfare. By
reducing their consumption of meat, individuals can improve their own health,
reduce their carbon footprint, and support more sustainable and humane food
production methods. It is time for individuals to consider the consequences of their
food choices and make the decision to eat less meat.

(https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/blog/2017/11/livestock-climate-
change/)
(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3745907/)
(https://www.cowspiracy.com/facts/)
(https://www.aspca.org/animal-cruelty/factory-farming)