These are some of the groups who have inspired and informed us about the ways in which a diet free of animal products reduces animal suffering, environmental destruction, human disease, and global hunger:

Now, before you go, here’s a nice suggestion for those near the D.C.-metro area:

Load up on your favorite variety of Sticky Fingers treats, grab a friend, and head out for a relaxing picnic at the bucolic Poplar Spring Animal Sanctuary (but be prepared to share the goodies with the pigs) - www.animalsanctuary.org.