Just received notice that Michigan's' governor has proclaimed March 20 as Michigan Meat Out day. Here are a couple of phone numbers to call and complain.
517.335.7858 or 517373.3400. Please take a few minutes to call and help support our state's second leading industry. Thank you.
Michigan Meatout Day
Whereas, A wholesome diet of vegetables, fruits, and whole grains promotes good health and reduces the risk of heart disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes, and other chronic diseases, which take the lives of approximately 1.3 million Americans each year; and,
Whereas, The number of those who choose to live the lifestyle of a vegan or vegetarian has increased and so has the availability and selection of meat and dairy alternatives in mainstream grocery stores, restaurants, and catering operations; and,
Whereas, Reducing the consumption of meat or not eating meat at all can significantly decrease the exposure to infectious pathogens such as salmonella, E. coli, and campylobacter, which take the lives of several thousand Americans and sicken millions more each year; and,
Whereas, The benefits of a plant-based diet can consist of increased energy levels, lower food budget costs, and simplified food preparation and cleanup; and,
Whereas, It is encouraged that the residents of this state get into the habit of healthy living ,
Gov. Granholm is talking about meat, all meat, not pinpointing beef or beef farmers. Please do not take her statement out of context. She is not telling people to become vegetarians. She is speaking concerning our HEALTH, not "health care".
I am sitting here, unable to go to the barn, and check my own cows, since I just had heart cauterisation() surgery performed on Wednesday. I raise cattle. I love red meat and eat as much or more beef than anyone I know. However, I now have a whole new out look on eating healthy.
I also just got "The Lecture" from my Cardiologist about a healthy diet, weight, and exercise. A healthy diet and exercise is the only solution to a long life, especially anyone who has an existing health problem. i.e. High blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart issues, obesity, and on and on. Too much in excess in anyones diet , whether it be meat, fat, calores, or liquor is not considered healthy. It will "in general" shorten your life. Fact based on many studies, not fiction.
Please remember one other thing also, when Gov. Granholm recommends eating vegetables, it is one of our fellow farmers who raises those foods, also.
Signed,
A Proud Michigander
