**Are humans carnivores, omnivores, or herbivores?**
https://www.sinergiaanimalinternational.org/single-post/are-humans-carnivores
Unlike **obligate carnivores** like cats that depend entirely on meat for survival, humans show multiple biological traits that align more with herbivores:
- Our **physical features** include:
- Smaller mouths and fleshier lips
- Blunt, flat nails rather than sharp claws
- Teeth lacking carnivores' blade-like carnassials
- Jaw structure similar to herbivores
- Much weaker stomach acid (pH 4-5) compared to carnivores' highly acidic stomachs (pH 1 or less)
- Unlike true carnivores, humans face **significant limitations** with raw meat consumption:
- Careful selection and preparation is required
- Only certain cuts/types of meat can be safely eaten raw
- Special handling and sanitation practices are necessary
- Higher risk of parasites and bacterial infections remains
- Our **intestinal length** is 10-11 times our body length, matching herbivores (10-12 times), while carnivores have much shorter intestines (3-6 times body length)
Modern evidence shows:
- **79 million people** worldwide thrive on fully plant-based diets
- While some people adopt purely carnivorous diets for rapid weight loss, these diets lead to serious health issues including:
- Constipation from lack of fiber
- High cholesterol
- Increased heart disease risk
- General nutrient deficiencies
- Plant-based diets are associated with improved health and reduced risk of severe illness
Beyond human health, **billions of animals** are slaughtered prematurely each year after lives filled with suffering. Choosing a plant-based diet benefits not only human health but also animal welfare and environmental sustainability.
#IKITAO #GoVegan
