Every little thing you do adds up, and before you know it, you've created your life. And how you create your life ripples out and affects everyone and everything that crosses your path, known or unknown to you.

And check this out: If every American had one meat-free day per week, it would be the same as taking eight million cars off American roads in a year.

Most diets would have you cutting things out from your diet; they are about denial and discipline.

Vegetarian is the New Prius!

Little by little we discover that we don't need to eat animal products at all, because there are so many healthier alternatives that taste great. The trick is going easy with yourself so that you can find your way comfortably. Then you'll stick with it.

I was weaned on chicken-fried steak and hominy grits with goopy gravy all over. I loved meat and wore fur.

We've all seen chicken portrayed as the low-fat, heart-healthy alternative to red meat for years, but it no longer adds up. You might want to lean away from eating birds and lean toward more plant-based options of protein like black beans, lentils, tofu, chickpeas and whole grains.