It’s important to note that the study found correlation, not causation, however.
Its not that veganism is inherently more nutritious or healthier than not being a vegan.
This means we need more fresh produce and minimally processed foods at affordable prices.
MARIA KALLIN
We deserve access to foods that improve our health, not harm it.
And we deserve access to jobs that pay a living wage and dont endanger us, physically and psychologically.
This is why I foundedVeggie Mijas, a national collective of women and non-binary folks and femmes of color.
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It was formed out of the hood: For the community, made within the community.
There are so many reasons why folks of color go vegan.
Here are some amazing Veggie Mijas/Mijxs that tell us what their vegan lifestyle means to them.
Phillis Kwentoh 2017
Mainstream veganism ignores people of color and our long histories with plant-based diets.
It is about a reclaiming of our access, power, and divine right to our ancestral foods.
I would love to bring this form of awareness to many communities of color.
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I wanted to experience all that nature had to offer me and veganism helped me with that.
The environment is something which I have deep roots and connection totherefore being vegan is truly my being.
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