Are We Really Like Lions? Why Meat-Eaters’ “Animal” Excuse Doesn’t Hold Up
Are We Really Like Lions? Why Meat-Eaters’ “Animal” Excuse Doesn’t Hold Up - Danish translation below It’s a common argument among meat-eaters: "Animals eat meat, so we should too. We’re just like lions, right?" But what if that comparison isn’t as strong as it seems? The truth is, most animals aren’t meat eaters at all. Around 70% of animals are herbivores, thriving solely on plants . So, if we really want to act like animals, shouldn’t we follow the example of the majority? Maybe instead of comparing ourselves to lions, we should consider ourselves more like monkeys, sheep, or little lambs — all herbivores. In fact, if we look at our bodies, we aren’t built like carnivores. Our teeth, digestive system, and even the way we chew more closely resemble plant-eating animals . Think about it: How many people do you know who chase down a cow, bite through its hide, and eat it raw? We cook and season meat to make it edible — something true carnivores don’t need to do...