tokens: Vegetarianism - why some people are choosing to become vegetarian? Since the dawn of time, human has considered meat as a fundamental protein sources . Meat has served as the main dish in almost every family's meals all around the world . Recent years, however, has seen a rapid increase in the number of vegetarians . Some people claim that this is brought about by the care for animal rights issue, others think it is much beyond that . It is clear to me that people avoid eating meat mostly for the sake of their health and relegious aspect . Firstly, health improvement is the main reason for vegetarian diet to become so popular . Many researchers have convinced that many kinds of vegetable contain antioxydant which can prevent cancer . This fortifies the fact that a vegetable diet can do good for our health . Although some argue that a meal without meat can lead to a lack of protein intake, it is proved that many kinds of bean such as soy bean or pea are also comparable protein sources . Secondy, relegious beliefs also contributes to a vegetarian diet . Some religion, such as Buddha, believes that animals were human being in their previous life, so eating their meat mean you eat the flesh of your parent sentient beings . It is often said that this view is rather unscientific . However, I am convinced that it is vital to follow one's own religious practices which can bring the enlightenment in mind . To sum up, it is evident for me that people choose to become vegetarians for health and religious concern rather than the benefits of animals . However, a meal which is nutritionally balanced is always most recommended .