According to MeatlessMonday.com:
"Ghent, Belgium became the first city to go meatless in May, 2009 and Paul McCartney introduced Meat-Free Mondays to the UK soon after. Since then, Meatless Monday has rapidly expanded into an international movement! The campaign’s simple message allows each nation to bring its unique culture, customs and cuisine to the table. Join the movement. It's good for your nation's health, good for the planet!"
And here are 6 reasons why you should join in and go
And here are 6 reasons why you should join in and go
Meatless on Mondays:
- LIMIT CANCER RISK
- REDUCE HEART DISEASE
- FIGHT DIABETES
- CURB OBESITY
- IMPROVE YOUR DIET
- REDUCE YOUR CARBON FOOTPRINT
Not to mention that there are a millieu of delicious vegetarian dishes out there to try, like this one that Liz made for me last week that was so so so delicious I can't even stand it:
For more recipes, information and to pledge to go Meatless on Mondays, go to MeatlessMonday.com now!