Organizations
In general, most people become vegetarian for one or more of the following three reasons: health, ethical, and
environmental. However, many people are vegetarian because of their religious beliefs and several
religions advocate a vegetarian diet for either its health benefits or compassion towards animals.
This is especially true of several traditionally oriental religions.
Vegetarian Resources
IVU - International Vegetarian Union
AVS - American Vegan Society
NAVS - North American Vegetarian Society
VegMichigan - Michigan's Largest Vegetarian Organization