Vegetarian Journal back issues from January 2002:
Nutrition hotline: this nutrition hotline concerns a comparison of several aspects of vegan and vegetarian diets.(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002; ... QUESTION: Who are healthier: vegans or vegetarians? BI, via e-mail ANSWER: This is a difficult question to answer since there is so much individual variability. For example, a person may have become vegan to help treat a disease. That person may not be as healthy as someone who ...
The meaning of unfolding events. (Note From The Coordinators).(terrorism, vegetarianism and the environment)(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002; ... Since the September 11th terrorist attacks, we have agonized over what the unfolding events would mean to the United States, the world, vegetarianism, and The Vegetarian Resource Group. Vegetarians can be found in every area of the political spectrum, from military personnel to pacifists ...
Potent purslane.(Letter to the Editor)
Jan 01, 2002; ... Your article on Omega-3's in the September/October 2001 Vegetarian Journal was very interesting. I am growing purslane, Portulaca oleracea, in my yard, and I add some branches to my daily salad. You mention purslane as a source of Omega-3's, but it is not mentioned ... under the OMEGA ...
How to cook a chickpea. (letters).(Letter to the Editor)
Jan 01, 2002; ... In response to the article on chickpeas in Sept/Oct 2001 VJ: Could you tell us what is the cooking time for chickpeas on the stove? Also, what is the cooking time for chickpeas in a pressure cooker? <Pre> Richard Wrzenski Chicago, IL </Pre> Jacqueline ...
Correction.(Correction Notice)
Jan 01, 2002 ... In our July/August 2001 issue, we printed out-of-date information about Go Vegan! with Bob Linden. The following information is correct: The radio show Go ...
Roasting for flavor & sweetness.(fruits and vegetables)
Jan 01, 2002; ... Like most people who rely on fresh produce, I sometimes find myself saddled with hard-as-a-rock fruits that never ripen and out-of-season vegetables that never develop any real flavor. I accept this outcome as part of the game of buying fresh fruits and vegetables: not every round is a ...
Hungarian cuisine.(Recipe)
Jan 01, 2002; ... GROWING UP in the multicultural village that was New York City, I had lots of Hungarian friends. In fact I had lots of German, Polish, Russian, Greek, Italian, Armenian, Irish, Korean, Cuban, and Puerto Rican friends, and we all wheedled dinner invitations to each other's homes. We also ...
Vegetarian journal's 2001 essay winners.
Jan 01, 2002 ... <Pre> UNTITLED By Sage Newell, 8 yrs Eugene, OR (Youngest Category Winner) </Pre> Hi, my name is Sage. I am a vegetarian because we think it is better to eat something that can't get you sick: Example: do carrots get colds? No. Do cows? Yes. Do you want to get sick? No. Then ...
Creamy vegan dishes. (Vegan Cooking Tips).(Recipe)(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002; ... The secret to a creamy, fast, and delicious dinner is the combination of silken-style tofu and a good blender. Want to make creamy' soups or sauces? No problem. When you use tofu, you won't have the problems associated with dairy cooking, such as the milk curdling or flour clumping in the ...
The perfect baked potato: don't wrap them or they will dry out. (vegan quick meals).(Brief Article)(Recipe)
Jan 01, 2002 ... A PROPERLY BAKED POTATO is a thing of beauty. It can be a soothing snack or the basis of a hot, welcome-home meal. Keep several white and sweet potatoes on hand. Be sure to select baking potatoes, such as Russets, Idahos, or Oregon-type potatoes. If you can, store your potatoes, ...
Mother's vitamin [B.sub.12] status is key determinant of infant's vitamin [B.sub.12] status. (Scientific update: a review of recent scientific papers related to vegetarianism).(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002; ... VRG has long stressed the importance of adequate vitamin [B.sub.12] intake during pregnancy. A recent study from Norway provides strong support for this position. According to a study of 186 non-vegetarian women and their infants at four days after birth and six weeks later, 8% of infants ...
Plant-based diet reduces risk of heart disease in women. (Scientific update: a review of recent scientific papers related to vegetarianism).(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002; ... Traditionally, studies of diet and disease have looked at single foods or nutrients and asked questions such as, "Will eating more red meat cause heart disease?" or, "Can a diet high in vitamin A reduce the risk of lung cancer?" Perhaps it is more realistic to look at the total diet, since ...
Is there a "best" time of day to take calcium supplements? (Scientific update: a review of recent scientific papers related to vegetarianism).(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002; ... Is it better to take a calcium supplement in the morning or the evening? In one large dose or several smaller doses? Researchers from Finland set out to answer these questions. They found that it does not matter whether you take a calcium supplement in the morning or in the evening. A ...
No long-term effects of soy infant formula seen. (Scientific update: a review of recent scientific papers related to vegetarianism).(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002; ... Concerns have been raised about the effects of exposure to soy in infancy and young childhood since soy products contain naturally-occurring estrogens (isoflavones). A recent study examined adults who were fed soy formula as infants; the results may help provide some insights into the ...
Kids eat more when they eat out. (Scientific update: a review of recent scientific papers related to vegetarianism).(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002; ... Americans are eating more meals outside the home than ever before. In 1977-78 we ate about one meal out of six away from home. In 1995, it was more than one meal out of four. Does this have an impact on our nutritional status? You bet! A study of about 800 children and teens found that ...
VRG in the news. (Notes From The Scientific Department).(Vegetarian Resource Group)(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002 ... VRG Nutrition Advisors Suzanne Havala and Reed Mangels were interviewed by the Associated Press for a story about the limited options available to children who want vegetarian entrees in school meals. The story ran in newspapers around the country beginning September 2, 2001. ...
Young animal activists: can they work within government?(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002; ... Many career choices exist for students who have an interest in animal rights, but how does one begin? Both the government and nonprofit organizations offer animal-oriented jobs in which an animal welfare activist is able to work. A possible route for the young activist would be to intern ...
What can you feed a preteen vegan?(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002; ... Recently, many young teens (or even children), have proposed the idea of adopting a vegan diet and many follow through with that proposition. Whatever their reasoning is (animal rights, health, trends, etc.), they have made conscious decisions to discontinue their consumption of all animal ...
Whole grain baking.(includes recipes)
Jan 01, 2002; ... Few sensory experiences offer more pleasure than the wonderful flavors and aromas of homemade baked goods. Or better yet, hearty, nutty-flavored whole grain baked goods. Whole wheat flour is just one of several players in this healthful field that includes barley, oat, rye, and spelt ...
Vegetarian starter kit available from PETA. (Veggie Bits).(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002 ... PETA is offering a free booklet that includes information for new vegetarians and vegans. Some of the questions addressed are, "Isn't fish a health food?" and "How do kids do on a vegan diet long term?" Formatted to spark interest with bold, bright colors and paragraph-long responses, this ...
Better Burgers. (Veggie Bits).(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002 ... Experience these vegan burger alternatives: Sunshine Burger: Organic, wheat-free, dairy-free, soy-free, GMO-free, and ready-to-heat, these burgers are perfect for the back-to-basics consumer who is looking for a veggie burger made of veggies. Contact the Sunshine Burger Corp. at ...
The clothes make the man ... very comfortable. (Veggie Bits).(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002 ... Chi Wear, a line of men's clothing especially designed for comfort, has been getting a lot of press recently because of their great, comfortable, holistically and environmentally sound products. Made from organic cotton, Chi Wear clothes have wide gussets in the inseams that enhance the ...
Veggie winter soups. (Veggie Bits).(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002 ... New from Kettle Cuisine are two delicious soups: Green Pea with Lemon and Herbs, and Sundried Tomato and Roasted Garlic. Both are perfect for enjoying as a quick lunch in the office cafeteria or for warming up your ...
For kids and babies. (Veggie Bits).(natural products for children)(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002 ... Wildflower Natural Care is a line of vegan skin products for babies and young children. For babies, choose from Tearless Shampoo and Body Wash, Chamomile Baby Lotion, Vitamin E-enriched Baby Oil, Corn Flour Baby Powder, Diaper Rash Creme, and Chamomile Cleansing Lotion. For kids, choose ...
The award-winning Greek Taco. (Veggie Bits).(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002 ... The National Association of College and University Food Services (NACUFS) sponsored a vegan recipe contest at the Cal Poly Pomona Foundation, and Chef Arnulfo (Arnold) Zavalza took first prize with the Greek Taco. Criteria for the contest were taste, appearance, creativity, and nutritional ...
Food for all our futures. (Veggie Bits).(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002 ... The Vegetarian Society of the United Kingdom is organizing the 35th World Vegetarian Congress to be held in Edinburgh, Scotland, from July 8-14, 2002. Topics of discussion will include health, environmental choices, philosophy, ethics, and animal rights, and vegetarian cooking ...
Cancer management with whole foods. (Veggie Bits).(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002 ... You are invited to participate in a study to determine whether individuals using a whole food diet as their main healing modality have obtained significant improvements in the management of their cancer. The study is being done in connection with the Centre for Integrated Healing, a ...
Veggie candles. (Veggie Bits).(Riverbend Candle Company)(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002 ... Riverbend Candle Company introduces Mother Nature's Light, a product line of vegetable-based candles. They are available in sweet orange, cool grapefruit, orchard lemon, essential oil-scented aromatherapy blends, or fragrance-free. Consider votives or tea lights ...
Fur teachers. (Veggie Bits).(teaching animal welfare)(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002 ... The Fund For Animals has a newsletter, Animal Crusaders, available to educators for inclusion as a humane education aid in a standard curriculum. Each issue is dedicated to an animal-based topic such as animal sanctuaries or animals and the law. A subscription to the newsletter will ...
Chicken-free chicken fingers.(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002 ... We vegetarians never understood the chicken-finger concept, since no chicken we've ever seen actually has fingers. It makes perfect sense, then, for a meatless chicken to have these apocryphal fingers, and for us, as vegetarians, to enjoy them guilt-free. Fortunately for us, Health is ...
Step aside, succotash!(organic foods)(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002 ... Hearty and Natural introduces a delicious soybean and corn combo that's super sweet and terrific for you. Both the corn and beans are organic and not genetically modified, and ...
Does citrus make you sneeze?(natural cleaning products)
Jan 01, 2002 ... Sometimes these fabulous all-natural cleaners rely too heavily on lemon or orange oils and scents, and the allergic among us are left to use ammonia or other harsh chemicals. Fortunately, Earth Friendly Products has just introduced a parsley-based all-purpose cruelty-free cleaner. It can ...
Cleaner cleaning products.(Sun and Earth Natural cleaning products)(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002 ... Aren't there enough toxic chemicals in the environment without adding more with harmful commercial cleaning products? Sun and Earth's line of spray window-cleaner, laundry detergent, dishwashing liquid, and hand soap is ...
Exceptional and eggless.(new tofu products)(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002 ... Tree of Life introduces a ready-to-eat vegan Eggless Tofu Salad. Not a mix, not a flavor packet, this product is ready to be piled between two slices of whole wheat bread for a fast and terrific lunch. Available in original and sun-dried tomato varieties. And while you're ...
Oh baby!(natural products for infants)(Brief Article)
Jan 01, 2002 ... Baby Organike's line of skin care products contains no synthetic fragrances, tar derivatives, mineral oils, lanolin, or other animal products or fillers. Scented only with essential oils and organic herbs, these products are perfect for ...
The New Vegan Cookbook. (reviews).(Review)
Jan 01, 2002; ... THE NEW VEGAN COOKBOOK By Lorna Sass Anyone looking for a vegan cookbook with lots of color photos will love The New Vegan Cookbook. This beautifully designed volume offers a wide range of unique vegan recipes including Black Soybean and Vegetable "Sushi" (made with ...
Very Vegetarian. (reviews).
Jan 01, 2002; ... VERY VEGETARIAN By Jannequin Bennett I think Very Vegetarian should actually be titled Very Vegan since it's a vegan cookbook. Carl Lewis, a nine-time Olympic gold medal winner in track and field, wrote the introduction to this terrific new cookbook. Lewis talks ...
The Bible According to Noah: Theology as if Animals Mattered. (reviews).
Jan 01, 2002; ... THE BIBLE ACCORDING TO NOAH: THEOLOGY AS IF ANIMALS MATTERED By Gary Kowalski Don't let the weighty title fool you; this is no dry theological text. Nor is it your typical Bible study guide. In this book, Kowalski, a Unitarian pastor, offers a delightful and ...
Judaism and Vegetarianism. (reviews).
Jan 01, 2002; ... JUDAISM AND VEGETARIANISM By Richard H. Schwartz, PhD Judaism and Vegetarianism is not a moderate work. The first chapter opens with the assertion that God's intention was that people be vegetarians, and Schwartz maintains that tone for much of the book. Beyond this ...
Meatless Meals for Working People--Quick and Easy Vegetarian Recipes. (Books).
Jan 01, 2002 ... Meatless Meals for Working People--Quick and Easy Vegetarian Recipes ($12) by Debra Wasserman. We recommend using whole grains and fresh vegetables. However, for the busy working person, this isn't always possible. This ...
Simply Vegan. (Books).
Jan 01, 2002 ... Simply Vegan ($13) by Debra Wasserman and Reed Mangels, PhD, RD. 224 pages containing over 160 quick and easy vegan recipes, a complete vegan nutrition ...
Conveniently Vegan. (Books).
Jan 01, 2002 ... Conveniently Vegan ($15) by Debra Wasserman. Prepare meals with all the natural foods products found in stores today including soy milk, tempeh, tofu, veggie hot dogs ... You'll ...
Vegan Meals 1 or 2--Your Own Personal Recipes. (Books).
Jan 01, 2002 ... Vegan Meals 1 or 2--Your Own Personal Recipes ($15) by Nancy Berkoff, RD. Whether you live alone, are a couple, or are the only one in your household who is vegan, this 216-page book is for you. Each recipe is written to serve one or two people and is designed so that you can realistically ...
No Cholesterol Passover Recipes. (Books).
Jan 01, 2002 ... No Cholesterol Passover Recipes ($9) by Debra Wasserman. One hundred eggless and ...
The Lowfat Jewish Vegetarian Cookbook--Healthy Traditions from Around the World. (Books).
Jan 01, 2002 ... The Lowfat Jewish Vegetarian Cookbook--Healthy Traditions from Around the World ($15) by Debra Wasserman. Over 150 lowfat international vegan recipes with nutritional breakdowns ...
Vegan Handbook. (Books).
Jan 01, 2002 ... Vegan Handbook ($20) edited by Debra Wasserman and Reed Mangels, PhD, RD. Over 200 vegan recipes and vegetarian resources. Includes sports nutrition, seniors' ...
Vegetarian Quantity Recipes. (Books).
Jan 01, 2002 ... Vegetarian Quantity Recipes ($15; $5 for students) Packet includes 28 vegan recipes (entrees, side dishes, soups, etc.) with serving sizes of 25 and 50, as well as a ...
Vegetarian Journal's Guide to Natural Foods Restaurants in the US & Canada. (Books).
Jan 01, 2002 ... Vegetarian Journal's Guide to Natural Foods Restaurants in the US & Canada ($13) Whether you're on a business trip or vacation, this book is ...
Vegan and Vegetarian FAQ--Answers to Your Frequently Asked Questions. (Books).
Jan 01, 2002 ... Vegan and Vegetarian FAQ--Answers to Your Frequently Asked Questions ($15) by Davida Gypsy Breier and Reed Mangels, PhD, RD. 272 pages. Based on answers given to some of the over 100,000 visitors every month to The Vegetarian Resource Group website <www.vrg.org>, this guide addresses the ...
Vegan in Volume. (Books).
Jan 01, 2002 ... Vegan in Volume ($20) by Nancy Berkoff, EdD, RD. This 272-page quantity cookbook is loaded with terrific recipes ...
Reprints from vegetarian journal. (VRG Catalog).
Jan 01, 2002 ... <Pre> ($4 each): Non-Leather Shoes, Belts, Bags, etc. Guide to Food ...
Books for and about children. (VRG Catalog).
Jan 01, 2002 ... Leprechaun Cake and Other Tales ($10) by Vonnie Crist, recipes by Debra Wasserman. A vegan story/cookbook for children ages 8-11. Includes glossary of ...
Stickers and t-shirt. (VRG Catalog).
Jan 01, 2002 ... <Pre> Bumper Stickers ($1 each, 10+ $.50 each) "Be Kind To Animals--Don't Eat Them" "Vegetarians Are ...
Vegetarian journal. (VRG Catalog).
Jan 01, 2002 ... Vegetarian Journal subscriptions are $20 per year in ...
FoodService update. (VRG Catalog).
Jan 01, 2002 ... Vegetarian Journal's FoodService Update is a quarterly newsletter for those wishing to ...
Ultrarunning and vegetarianism. (Vegetarian Action).
Jan 01, 2002; ... Most people think marathons, which are 26.2 miles, are the longest races in distance running. Actually, ultrarunning, a small but growing sport in the United States, features races that are 50 kilometers (31.1 miles), 50 miles, and 100 kilometers. The premier distance in ultrarunning is ...