It was coined by D. Watson for his magazine, Vegan News #2 (no mention is made of a #1), published in February of 1944. He was looking for a way to draw a distinction between followers of his diet, which would forbid "the fruits of the cow" as well as of any other animal (eggs, honey, etc), from vegetarians.
Veganism
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Yes, philosophy is compatible with veganism as it involves ethical considerations about the treatment of animals and the environment, which align with the principles of veganism that advocate for the avoidance of animal exploitation and cruelty.
Raw Veganism
The underlying philosophy of veganism is to avoid using or consuming animal products in order to reduce harm to animals, promote environmental sustainability, and improve personal health.
A significant study of veganism was published in 1985 in the Journal of Asthma, which used a vegan diet to treat asthma. After one year, 92% of patients exhibited significant improvement in asthma symptoms
The underlying philosophy of veganism is based on the belief that animals should not be exploited or harmed for human use. This philosophy informs the ethical and moral choices of individuals who adhere to veganism by guiding them to avoid consuming or using animal products in order to reduce harm and promote compassion towards animals.
Raw Veganism.Raw veganism is a diet which combines veganism and raw foodism. It excludes all food of animal origin, and all food cooked above 48 degrees Celsius (118 degrees Fahrenheit).
Vegan Society was created in 1944.
Ethical veganism is a belief system that advocates for avoiding the use of animal products in all aspects of life, including food, clothing, and other products, due to ethical concerns about animal welfare and environmental sustainability.
Veganism has no official stance on religion. Vegans can be theists, agnostics, or atheists.
While veganism can have positive effects on health and the environment, some argue that it may have negative impacts on the economy. Critics suggest that a widespread shift to veganism could potentially harm industries like livestock farming and dairy production, leading to job losses and economic disruptions in those sectors. Additionally, some argue that the higher cost of plant-based alternatives compared to animal products could impact consumer spending and overall economic growth.