World Vegetarian Day - 1 October

1 Oct 2019

World Vegetarian Day – 1 October

World Vegetarian Day – 1 OctoberWorld Vegetarian Day is observed every year around the world on 1 October.

This day is also the first day of World Vegetarian Month which concludes with World Vegan Day on 1 November.
 	It aims to promote vegetarianism and educate people about the benefits of following a vegetarian diet.
 	A vegetarian diet is one where you do not consume any meat or meat products.

The North American Vegetarian Society started World Vegetarian Day in 1977.

A vegetarian lifestyle can give you various benefits. They include the following:

Helps in fighting major diseases like heart disease, stroke and cancer.
 	Decreases greenhouse gases which are increasing global warming.
 	Saves animals from slaughter.

Many popular places like McDonald's and Disney Parks are increasing vegetarian/plant-based products in their menus.

You can celebrate this day by creating awareness about the health benefits of vegetarian food to other people. Going vegetarian can save animals’ lives and the Earth.

Happy World Vegetarian Day!

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