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Vivo Sharma is the founder of The Humane Choices Foundation and an animal welfare advocate. He writes about food choices, farmed animals and the everyday decisions that can make life kinder for animals.
7 articles on the Humane Choices blog.
A University of Cambridge researcher scored 20 popular protein foods on what they cost the planet and the people who eat them, and tofu came out on top. We explain how the ranking works, what it leaves out, and why that gap matters for animals.
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You have probably experienced it. You mention, in the most casual possible way, that you do not eat animal products. You are not lecturing anyone. You have not brought it up unprompted. Someone simply asked what you wanted to order. And yet, within moments, someone at the table is explaining why humans need protein, or telling you about their uncle's farm, or assuring you that they only buy "ethical" meat.
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Tradition is one of the most powerful words in any debate about animal welfare. But being old does not make something right. Here is why that argument deserves more scrutiny than it usually gets.
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Most of us consider ourselves animal lovers. So why do we extend compassion to some animals while putting others on our plates without a second thought? A pig and a dog playing. A pig and a dog playing. Picture this: a golden retriever plays fetch in the park, tail wagging, eyes full of trust. Now picture a pig solving a puzzle, a skill they have been shown to develop faster than dogs. Both animals feel pain, experience joy, form social bonds, and display remarkable intelligence. Yet one...
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Anti-speciesism is the belief that all sentient beings, regardless of their species, deserve equal consideration and moral standing. This philosophy challenges the traditional view that human beings are superior to other animals, advocating for a more inclusive perspective that recognizes the intrinsic value of all life forms.
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Animal rights refer to the belief that non-human animals have inherent rights similar to human rights. This perspective challenges the traditional view that animals exist solely for human use. The ethical principles that support animal rights can be categorized into several key areas.
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Systemic animal exploitation refers to the widespread practices that prioritize profit over the welfare of animals. This exploitation manifests in various forms, including:
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