This archive report was first published on 3 December 2019.
As the economic times get tougher, many are looking for ways to cut costs without compromising their health. For one resident, the solution lies in a meat-free diet.
After conducting his own research, the resident discovered that meat is not good for one's health and can cause incurable conditions. This revelation came at a time when he was looking for ways to reduce his domestic debt.
He decided to cancel his meat deliveries and opt for vegetables instead. He placed an order for 'sukuma wiki', spinach, and cabbage at his local market, and was pleased to see a large queue of vegetable buyers awaiting their rations.
Not everyone was pleased with the resident's decision, however. His local butcher protested vigorously, claiming that his cows were grown organically and were not killed violently during slaughter. He even produced evidence in the form of entrails and grass inside the intestines to support his claims.
Despite the butcher's efforts, the resident remained firm in his decision. He had already allocated the projected savings to other ventures and was not about to change his mind.
As the resident enjoys his meat-free diet, he is not alone. A university student, Jamo, has also been affected by the health warning on meat. His girlfriend, who was previously fond of expensive adult beverages, is now more cautious about what she eats.
With the health warning on meat, it seems that the tide is turning in favor of a meat-free diet. Whether this trend will continue remains to be seen, but one thing is certain - the economic times are tough, and people are looking for ways to cut costs without compromising their health.
