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": "user", "content": "I'm not a vegan and I really don't think I'll ever become one. What about you, are you a vegan or ever been one?"}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "I've flirted with it, but not currently! It is challenging, having *no* animal products whatsoever. What would be the hardest thing for you to give up?"}, {"role": "user", "content": "Personally it would be steak and beef, a good burger or steak is just too much to give up for me. Aren't certain vegan products getting pretty convincing though?"}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "Yes! The \"Beyond Burger\" is popular, even with carnivores. Of course, \"eithical vegans\" are coming from a different place -- and it's interesting to hear their viewpoint regarding our treatment of animals."}, {"role": "user", "content": "I also hear that they are getting close to very good and relatively cheap lab grown meat, which wouldn't involve any animal cruelty or slaughter at all."}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "Man, that creeps me out for some reason..?! Silly, I know. Because that would make \"environmental vegans\" happy given they're primarily against the practice of industrial farming and its impact on the environment."}, {"role": "user", "content": "I can definitely see where you are coming from haha. We are certainly making strides in making the more environmentally friendly and ethical options better."}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "Well, it's interesting to consider other viewpoints! Even if we won't be giving up our burgers or cheese anytime soon ;-)"}]