About fourteen million years ago, all of us were vegetarians. The advanced ape that, according to evolutionists, was our ancestor, ate many trees, and probably some insects, but mainly, he/she was a herbivore. The first documented vegetarian was the famous Greek mathematician and philosopher Pythagoras, who lived during the sixth century B.C. He opposed the consumption of animal flesh because he believed that the human soul was immortal and moved on to a new body after death, possibly that of an animal. Many early religious groups, particularly t

A high level of consumption of antioxidants is key to preventing cancer and heart disease. A recent study has shown that LDL-cholesterol that has been oxidized (combined with oxygen) produces free radicals, which are unstable molecules that are destructive to the body. Antioxidants help prevent LDL-cholesterol from depositing in the arteries, and they also prevent LDLs form being oxidized. Also, continuous free-radical attacks on cells can turn a normal one into a cancerous one, and antioxidants work to change harmful free radicals into harmless molecules. Individuals that consume the most antioxidants have lower incidences of heart disease and cancer, and these antioxidants are found mainly in plant foods, such as carrots, cabbage, garlic, soy beans, grains, cucumbers, peppers, dark leafy greens, and citrus fruits.(Avery-Grant 139)

Coronary heart disease is the leading cause of death in America, responsible for one of every 2.4 deaths. Atherosclerosis is the main cause of heart disease (and high blood pressure). It is characterized by the buildup of plaques along the artery inner walls, which is a result of repeated fat deposits and damage to the walls. As the passageways of the blood vessels narrow, blood pressure rises. The increased pressure can cause an artery wall to break, and this can form an aneurysm. If an aneurysm in a major artery breaks, it causes massive bleeding, which can cause death. Many other disorders can occur, such as thrombus, embolism, a heart attack, or a stroke as a result of atherosclerosis. (Fonnebo)

he Hindus and Jainists, shared this idea. The followers of Jainism are probably the most extreme vegans, to this day they will not eat any food that had been uprooted from the ground, such and potatoes or turnips for fear that a worm might be deprived of its soil. They also wear nose and mouth coverings to avoid breathing in tiny organisms. Many religions have special diets, such as the Jewish faith, in which you are not allowed to eat pork or shellfish. (Pork is also forbidden by Muslims). As insects are also prohibited, orthodox Jews must be careful not to bite into a wormy apple. The most well-known vegetarian group today is probably the Seventh-day Adventists. These Christians believed th

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