Synopsis In this acclaimed work, author John Robbins, the son of the founder of the Baskin-Robbins ice cream company, reveals the barbaric and unsanitary conditions of American slaughter and dairy houses. He also addresses the large-scale ecological and health problems that are caused by Americans' obsession with high-protein diets. He shares studies that debunk popular myths--such as the belief that meat consumption is mandatory for optimum health--that are perpetuated by the meat and dairy industries. By exposing these reports and sharing his insider's experience, Robbins builds a strong case for becoming a vegetarian.
| Details | | Publication Date: | 1987-09-01 |
Publisher's Note Takes a hard look at the average American's diet and the health problems it causes, describes the methods used in raising and slaughtering animals for our meat and poultry, and suggests healthful alternatives.
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