“Veganism is currently defined as a way of living that attempts to exclude all forms of animal exploitation and cruelty, be it from food, clothing, or any other purpose.” – Healthline.com
The Vegan Society were the originators of veganism, and their diet was defined as early as 1944. A few years later, the vegan society became a limited company and stated its definition of veganism.
"A philosophy and way of living which seeks to exclude—as far as is possible and practicable—all forms of exploitation of, and cruelty to, animals for food, clothing or any other purpose; and by extension, promotes the development and use of animal-free alternatives for the benefit of animals, humans and the environment. In dietary terms it denotes the practice of dispensing with all products derived wholly or partly from animals." – The Vegan Society
Following a vegan diet can be difficult, however due to the popularity of veganism as a lifestyle choice by so many people it is becoming easier to find vegan foods. Most local supermarkets stock many vegan products and many companies are now producing vegan foods. From curries and cakes to pizza and chocolate, vegan foods are readily available and, with so many recipes a mouse click away, easy to cook.
Its not just about the diet.
Even though being vegan seems to be mostly about the food you eat its so much more than that. Being vegan means that the products you buy and use in your daily life are animal cruelty free. Everything that occupies your home to the medicines you take to the charities you support and the places you visit need to be animal cruelty free.
Being vegan means that you choose not to purchase items made from the skins of animals or where animal by products were used in the production of those items. You choose not to use makeup and medicines that were tested on animals or where animal products are used. You choose not to support charities that may distribute medical supplies or food that contain animal products or where animal products were used. You also choose not to visit zoos or aquariums or take part in horse or dog or camel races.
It is not impossible to live a vegan life it just takes some research into what you should and should not support and what you shouldn’t buy or eat. If in doubt look for the “VEGAN” trademarks on food and products, or look for certified vegan products from The Vegan society or Vegan.org or other vegan organizations.
Even if you aren’t vegan or even vegetarian, it should be the duty of every human to choose a healthier, animal friendly life. If in doubt about what you are buying, choose the vegan or cruelty free option. Always keep in mind: little changes today, big impact tomorrow.
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