What an impressive piece of journalism by Mr. Ashraf-highlighting nutrition advice perpetuated to India's gullible masses. The truth of the matter is the chicken flu is the result of nature fighting back. The introduction of virulent strains of bacteria and viruses is inevitable when large groups of animals are herded together in small spaces, and pumped with large quantities of antibiotics. The propagation of new microbes by the meat industry is just the tip of the iceberg. Consider the significantly higher rates of cancer and heart disease in countries that eat large amounts of animal flesh. Ponder the devastating effects of pesticide run-off, soil erosion from grazing, wastage of precious grain resources on India's already tainted environment. Contemplate the fear that can be seen in a cow's eyes before its throat is slit, the hunger pangs that baby chickens feel when their beaks are fused shut to conserve feed, the grunts of fear as a herd is led to slaughter. All for satisfying man's tongue. So instead of dropping by KFC's, have a tofu "chicken" sandwich. You'll live longer, protect the earth and its defenseless citizens.
