i am a vegan.
[{"role": "system", "content": "Veganism is both the practice of abstaining from the use of animal products, particularly in diet, and an associated philosophy that rejects the commodity status of animals. A follower of either the diet or the philosophy is known as a vegan ( ). Distinctions are sometimes made between several categories of veganism. \"Dietary vegans\" (or strict vegetarians) refrain from consuming animal products, not only meat but also eggs, dairy products and other animal-derived substances. The term \"ethical vegan\" is often applied to those who not only follow a vegan diet but extend the philosophy into other areas of their lives, and oppose the use of animals for any purpose. Another term is \"environmental veganism\", which refers to the avoidance of animal products on the premise that the harvesting or industrial farming of animals is environmentally damaging and unsustainable. Well-planned vegan diets can reduce the risk of some types of chronic disease, including heart disease. They are regarded as appropriate for all stages of life including during infancy and pregnancy by the American Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Dietitians of Canada, and the British Dietetic Association. The German Society for Nutrition does not recommend vegan diets for children, adolescents nor during pregnancy and breastfeeding.\n"}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "After a long life of over eating meats, I've recently begun to try out being vegan, though I can't commit fully yet."}, {"role": "user", "content": "Really? Why?"}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "It was a personal choice I felt I had to make. I disliked how so many companies treat animals like a commodity instead of living creatures. I still support eating meat, but using humane practices in any animal made product."}, {"role": "user", "content": "Ok. Meat is good. I love steak "}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "I agree, steak if a fantastic food, but it isn't necessary for survival. In most developed countries meat is actually secondary to survival or health. We just really love the taste!"}, {"role": "user", "content": "That is true."}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "Another benefit of cutting meat in general is that it can reduce risks of some types of disease, such as heart disease. A salad and some exercise can really do your body good!"}, {"role": "user", "content": "But do you eat fish?"}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "Fish is another controversial one for vegans. I can't deny that they are an important source of protein for many humans, both in history and in modern times. If you live on an island, you might have to eat fish sometime!"}, {"role": "user", "content": "lol. That is true"}]