Army Chemist From Atlanta Selected As 'Sexiest Vegan Next Door' Finalist

ATLANTA, GA -- An Atlantan has been named the 2017 Sexiest Vegan Next Door by the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. Twenty-five-year-old Arnisha Keaton moves to the final round after being selected from among hundreds of other entrants.

Keaton, a remote train conductor who is also a chemist in the Army Reserve, has been a vegetarian since pre-K. She went vegan two years ago, which she credits with increasing her energy.

"Everywhere she travels, Arnisha Keaton demonstrates how nutrient-packed vegan meals provide enough energy for even the most active lifestyles," PETA Executive Vice President Tracy Reiman said in a news release. "Each one of the finalists in PETA's contest is a testament to how sexy vegans are -- inside and out."

The final round consists of 20 contestants -- split between men and women. Visitors to PETA.org are encouraged to vote for the winners, one man and one woman, who will be announced on June 28.

The winners will get a free vacation for two to Maui, Hawaii, courtesy of Humane Travel.

For more information on the contest or to cast your vote, please click here.

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