In regards to eating meat

[zenmaster]

How could it be otherwise?

I agree, but many people have stated on this thread that they don't think diet matters spiritually. But if the body affects the mind/spirit then it does matter.

Of course diet matters spiritually. This has been known for eons. The body provides feedback to the mind which the mind must address, process and regulate. This includes all manner of sense impressions, as well as the balance this form provides for emotional well-being. If the mind must deal with imbalance of the body, i.e. due to starvation or lack of nutrition, then it can certainly not create a place for spirit to actualize. Food is information - in a large sense it tells the body's metabolism 'what to do'. This process works in conjunction with the brain and central nervous system, which are always attempting to adjust and balance to maintain health.

Diet has consequences to the homeostatic condition and well-being in general. Well-being is considered a spiritual property because it encourages our aspirations - allowing for insight, creativity, peace and harmony.