All Signs Lead to Vegetables

In the past couple of weeks, I’ve had many questions about vegan diets. Coincidentally Paula recommended a couple of HuffPost articles on rising CO2 levels and the effect on crops. Then someone asked me what I thought about the movie “What the Health” available on Netflix or online; it’s purported to be a documentary on the food industry and why a vegan diet is the best. When this confluence of events happens—when the universe gives me this many signs—it’s time to write about it.

I’ve spent the better part of two weeks researching the background on the movie and the articles. This was not easy reading, but I wanted to provide the most recent information so you can make an informed decision. Coming Memos are going to be related to issues surrounding vegan and vegetarian diets that were covered in the movie and the articles.

To get things started, I recommend that you watch the movie. When I review the movie next week, I want you to watch what they said and then what the research says. You can watch it on Netflix; if you don’t subscribe to Netflix, you can take advantage of their free trial, which is what we did. If you don’t like those options, you can watch it on your computer, tablet, or phone. That will cost you $9.99 but you can stream it any time. www.whatthehealthfilm.com.

On Thursday, we look at exactly what a vegan diet is. Reminder for Insiders: conference call is tonight!

What are you prepared to do today?

Dr. Chet