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Unfortunately not because there are other issues with beef production that threaten animal lives. For example, most land clearing (which…

A significant portion of cows raised are grain fed. As I mentioned in my previous comment, removing factory farming from the equation would…

In my post, I referred to the unlikely proliferation of farm animals in the wild. Most of the animals that you listed don't fit the…

I looked up where lysine can be obtained in vegan sources. You can find lysine in foods such as lentils, soy-based foods, beans and nuts.…

> What do you mean by this? So it's the act of killing the main reason and not that the animal feels pain? I believe that I can live just…

In what ways do you think it is impractical?

> To me, if other animals are allowed to kill to eat meat, then so can humans. If you think that is a fair rationalisation for eating meat…

Thanks for the sources, I'll have a look and get back to you.

> Doesn't change the fact they would still kill other animals Yes. That is true. > I don't either. But if you're fine with other animals…

Humans are much smarter than dogs, a person can look at the impacts that their lifestyle has on other people and/or animals and…

Can I see sources for this?

Sure, if that's what they need to do to survive. The fact is, most humans do not live in the wild. We have the privilege of living in a…

That would not happen to farm animals because quite honestly, they would not be able to survive in the wild at any significant population.…

Vegans aim to minimise harm to animals to an extent that is practical. Living in modern society, it is near impossible to lead a lifestyle…

It's difficult to consider humans part of the natural biosphere in modern society. Most - if not all - meat that people consume comes from…

I'm trying it for the BENQ monitor and am getting the message "This code can't be applied to some of your items."

I'd like to buy the monitor but the code isn't working.

Customer service is pretty shite. I've had a few issues with them, mostly minor. For example, losing my first application and sending me a…

Appreciate the advice! I am leaning towards the Mazda 3.

What's wrong with the Focus? It seems highly regarded.

haha, my parents are paying for the lot despite me saying no, if you can believe that. I was content with our current car but they want to…

Hi, as per the title I am looking for a small new car (not used, at my parents' insistence) at $25 000 or below. I will just be using it…

To get the cheapest flight from Melbourne I have to book with BestJet? Isn't that a bit dodge?

Welcome aboard!