Ep. 21 - A Brief History of Vegetarianism - a podcast by Sarah D. & Olivia J.

This season, we will be digging into topics related to nutrition; but first, we’re backing up a bit. Where did vegetarianism come from? Has it changed over time?

Vegetarianism often gets labeled as a recent dietary trend -- but it actually spans back over 5,000 years. The origins of vegetarianism and interest in the practice are broader than you might think, ranging from religion, to rebellion, to health concerns. In this episode, we delve into the history of vegetarianism and discuss common themes across time.

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Sources:

For a very detailed breakdown of the origins and history of vegetarianism, check out The Vegan Option’s #VegHist The Story So Far podcast: http://theveganoption.org/vegetarian-history/

And for a brief overview of vegetarian history, check out the Vegetarian Society’s website: https://www.vegsoc.org/page.aspx?pid=830

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