I am thinking about going vegan but it is hard to make the decision. I mean we are carnivores and I think that is why Japanese people are so short, because of lack of meat. Or maybe it is a protein thing. I could take soy protein but how good is that? I am a huge animal lover. I think that back in the day that it was alright to eat meat because everyone went out and hunted and it was more natural, I mean we are the top of the food chain. But I hear stuff from certain groups about all the tortorous things that go on at slaughter houses, farms etc. But on the other hand there might be a certain level of exagerration and propoganda in those claims. I am at a total loss and don't know what to do. I believe in the circle of life. Anyone who has annything to say on the whole subject, even philosophy wise, please don't hesitate.