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Utah Blonde Named As PETA’s ‘Sexiest Vegetarian’ of 2008
SALT LAKE CITY – Her decision to cut meat out of her daily diet turned out to be a winning move.
A 21-year-old Salt Lake City woman on Monday was named by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) as 2008’s “sexiest vegetarian” — beating out a field of hundreds.
Shona Barnthouse was named the winner after beating out 15 other finalists. As a reward, she and a friend will travel to Maui, Hawaii for a week-long vacation.
A dancer and model, Shona only recently became a vegetarian but has found it to be a life-changing decision. She has noticed a boost in daily energy and muscle tone, she says. An animal-lover for as long as she can remember, Shona says she always helps a creature in need and refuses to wear leather.
“Shona is a big winner in anybody’s book,” said PETA Vice President Bruce Friedrich. “Her smart move to go vegetarian has improved her health and helped stop animal suffering.
“Being sexy is just one more perk,” he added.