15 Reasons to Stop Hiding from Vegetarianism

Expanding on one of the introductory statements: "Thanks to an abundance of scientific research that demonstrates the health and environmental benefits of a plant-based diet, even the federal government recommends that we consume most of our calories from grain products, vegetables and fruits" this article does what it says. Important reading if the lower ecological footprint of veggie doesn't quite convince you to cut out or at least down on the meat.
AlterNet: Health and Wellness: 15 Reasons to Stop Hiding from Vegetarianism: