MANILA, Philippines Mirror, mirror on the wall, whos the sexiest vegetarian of them all?

The answer may be known in late November when netizens vote up until November 25 when the People for Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) announce the winners on PETAAsiaPacific.com.

Among Asias contenders are FHMcover girlsAmanda Griffin JacobandGeneva Cruz, modelSandra Seifert,and Binibining Pilipinas winner Mary Jean Lastimosa.

Other contenders from the Philippines include musiciansLougee BasabasandNityalila Sauloand actorsChin Chin GutierrezandMaricel Laxa-Pangilinan.The contest coincides with World Vegan Month, which is celebrated each November.

Additional nominees include former US PresidentBill Clinton, musiciansJason MrazandPaul McCartney, talk-show hostEllen DeGeneres, and actorsNatalie Portman,Tobey Maguire, andJared Leto.

Why are more and more trendsetters choosing to go meat-free? Healthy vegetarian meals can help reduce the risk ofsuffering fromheart disease, cancer, and strokes. Plus, meat-eaters are nine times more likely to be obese than vegans are, making a vegetarian diet one of the easiest ways to stay slim and sexy, according to research.

When I was eating meat, I had a lot of digestive issues, says Jacob, who went vegetarian in 2007. Now that Im vegetarian, I feel wonderful both mentally and physically. Most importantly, I know Im giving my children the best possible start in life.

Her advice to wannabe vegetarians? Do it. Your mind and body will thank you for it.

When you look at the gorgeous celebrities in this years contest, its clear that eating vegetarian meals helps keep you beautiful inside and out, says PETA Asia Vice President of International Operations Jason Baker. Going vegetarian is the best thing that you can do for animals, the Earth, and yourself. Plus, everyone knows that theres nothing sexier than someone who exudes both passion andcompassion.

PETA will decide the winnersone male and one femalebased on several factors, including the number of votes received.

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