The following is from a series on self-care to help you through the holidays.  So here’s wishing you a cruelty free Christmas or joyous holiday!

Share a vegetarian meal.  Many people still have the impression that vegetarian food tastes like cardboard.  This is not true.  As more and more people have become aware of the horrors of factory farming and the chemicals and antibotics used in factory farming techniques, vegetarian meals have gained popularity.  One of my favorites is a riblet soy product. I also like to suprise people by introducing them to cruelty free (soy based) lunch meats.  Next time you attend a potluck, consider bringing a vegetarian meal.