Vegetarian Journal back issues from May 2004:
Nutrition hotline.
May 01, 2004; ... This issue's Nutrition Hotline addresses two concerns about soymilk: whether the body can absorb some calcium compounds better than others and if carrageenan in some brands of soymilk is dangerous. It also looks into the health benefits of a vegetarian diet for African-Americans. ...
Back to the future from 1948, the plan for a National Vegetarian Group.(Note from the Coordinators)
May 01, 2004; ... Thank you to Ellen Sue Spicer who gave us a copy of The Rhinebeck Plan for National Vegetarian Work, which was adopted more than half a century ago. A decade before this plan was written, Mr. E.L. Pratt, editor and publisher of The American Vegetarian, Pismo Beach, California, visualized a ...
VRG's books make veggie cooking easy.(letters)(Letter to the Editor)
May 01, 2004 ... I have Meatless Meals for Working People and want to tell you how much I enjoy it. We've been a vegetarian family for about 16 years. It has always been hard to find simple, quick, good-tasting veggie recipes for main courses, and your books fill the bill wonderfully. I cut my ...
New mom encourages other vegan parents.(letters)(Letter to the Editor)
May 01, 2004 ... I had my first baby, CJ, October 20, 2003, and had a completely healthy pregnancy. I have a vegan diet and had no complications whatsoever .... I have continued to eat a healthy vegan diet while I am breastfeeding my baby. He has not eaten anything else other than breastmilk for ...
<www.vrg.org> gets praises from Hawaii.(letters)(Letter to the Editor)
May 01, 2004 ... Aloha Nui, What a great site. I am a Web master and also a 20-year-long vegetarian. When I went to your site, referred to me from a question asked of a friend about rennetless ...
Perfect pears.
May 01, 2004; ... LABELED "BUTTER FRUIT" BY EUROPEANS, PEARS ARE members of the rose family. Like apples, they have a central core with seeds. An underrated fruit, these seasonal treasures contain more fiber, potassium, and folic acid than their apple cousins. Wild pears originated in western ...
Encouraging vegetarian foods at concession stands.
May 01, 2004; ... MOST CONSUMERS ARE NOT FAMILIAR with the logistics of the food business. Information is power when trying to affect progressive change, so here's a little background and some suggestions that can make you more effective when trying to influence local food services, such as vendors at ...
Compassionate Living Festival in North Carolina October 1-3.(veggie bits)
May 01, 2004 ... The Nineteenth Annual International Compassionate Living Festival will be held at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel and Convention Center in Research Triangle Park, near Durham, NC. The dates for the conference are Friday, October 1, through Sunday, October 3, 2004. Hosted by the Institute for ...
Are you marriage-minded?(veggie bits)(Vegetarian Weddings Online )(Brief Article)
May 01, 2004 ... Then, Vegetarian Weddings Online is the place to go! This new website provides the engaged with some great resources to keep their events in step with their lifestyle. Featured services include cruelty-free jewelers, silk-free gown designers, vegetarian caterers and bakers, ...
Save room for dessert!(veggie bits)(from Fabe's Natural Gourmet)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2004 ... Fabe's Natural Gourmet has given vegans still more reasons to skip dinner and reach straight for dessert. They have introduced wheat- and gluten-free versions of their vegan Mini and 9" Deep Dish Pies in Dutch Apple and Pumpkin varieties. Also, their new vegan coconut Macaroons, made with ...
Cruelty-free contact solutions.(veggie bits)
May 01, 2004 ... Clear Conscience offers a Multi-Purpose Solution for cleaning, disinfecting, and storing soft (hydrophilic) contact lenses and a Multi-Action Solution for the rigid, gas-permeable variety. Both of these products are cruelty-free, sterilized without radiation, and ...
World Vegetarian Congress meets in Brazil this November.(veggie bits)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2004 ... The 2004 World Vegetarian Congress will take place at the Costao de Santinho Resort & Spa in Florianopolis, Brazil, from November 8-14, 2004. This world meeting of vegetarians is sponsored by the International Vegetarian Union, <www.ivu.org>, together with the Brazilian Vegetarian Society, ...
A cure for your snack attacks, even when you're on the go.(veggie bits)(from Eden Foods Inc.)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2004 ... It's always tempting to get a scoopful of nuts or dried fruit when you pass those bulk bins at the local market. Now, Eden Foods has introduced six varieties of such snacks in convenient, portable, and resealable 4-ounce packages. Among the choices are Organic Tamari Roasted Almonds, ...
Tired of the same veggies in your Mexican dishes?(veggie bits)
May 01, 2004 ... Then, try using cacti, which taste similar to green beans with a tart citrus flavor. Edible cacti are a staple in raw foods diets, but they also work well in soups, salads, salsas, and even burritos. Rivenrock Gardens ...
Some fun in a bun!(veggie bits)(from Forkless Gourmet)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2004 ... Forkless Gourmet's Bun Meals are microwavable rolls that even the messiest eaters can consume neatly using only their hands. Their vegan "Vegetarian Feast" variety is filled with a tasty blend of organic tofu, edamame, spinach, and grilled mushrooms in a soy ginger sauce. It makes a quick, ...
VegDining.com announces top restaurants for 2003.(veggie bits)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2004 ... VegDining.com has announced the winners of its first annual Vegetarian Restaurants of the Year Awards. The nominees, selected by the on-line vegetarian restaurant directory's visitors, included all-veggie establishments from across North America. Among the 2003 honorees are Grasshopper in ...
Plum tomatoes all year round.(veggie bits)(from Small Planet Foods)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2004 ... Muir Glen is adding to its already extensive line of organic tomatoes, sauces, and salsas with the introduction of Organic Whole Peeled Plum Tomatoes in 28-ounce cans. These tomatoes contain less water than other varieties and therefore add ...
Single-serve soymilks for back to school!(veggie bits)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2004 ... Are your kids bored with juice drinks in their lunch boxes? Silk now offers its Vanilla Shake and Chocolate flavor soymilks in shelf-stable, portable, individual servings. These 8.25-ounce 'prisma packs' come with a detachable ...
Step into liquid.(veggie bits)(toothpastes from Tom's of Maine Inc.)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2004 ... Liquid toothpastes have become popular since they are said to have the same breath-freshening abilities as mouthwash. Tom's of Maine now offers three cruelty-free liquid toothpastes that will leave your mouth tingling hours after you brush. Their Natural Anti-Plaque plus Whitening comes in ...
Wheat-free breads and pasta and flourless tortillas.(veggie bits)(from Food for Life Baking Co.)(Brief Article)(Company Profile)
May 01, 2004 ... Food for Life, a small, family-owned natural foods bakery, produces hearty wheat- and gluten-free breads in White Rice, Brown Rice, Rice Almond, Rice Pecan, and Raisin Pecan varieties. They also offer Rice Elbow Pasta made from only brown rice flour. In addition, Food for Life ...
Solidly sold on these sodas.(veggie bits)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2004 ... Even the pickiest soft drink connoisseur will fall in love with Steaz, a fantastic line of micro-brewed green tea sodas. These lightly carbonated beverages come in Key Lime, Lemon Dew, Raspberry, Orange, Root Beer, and an absolutely fabulous Cola flavor. If the variety isn't tempting ...
Get away from the grill!(veggie bits)(Lightlife products)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2004 ... Lightlife, already known for its organic seitans and tempehs, now offers Organic Tempeh Grilles in Lemon and Tamari flavors. These satisfying soy-rice creations are easy to heat and serve whole as a sandwich patty or in cubes on ...
A juicy bit of information ...(veggie bits)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2004 ... Drawn from Jamaican family recipes, Jammin' Nectars is a delicious line of all-natural fruit and vegetable juice combinations. These thirst quenchers come in three flavors--Mambo Mango, C-Beta Carrot, and the particularly tasty Razz-Ade--and more are on the way. Look for ...
Perhaps Peter Piper prefers to pick a peck of these ...(veggie bits)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2004 ... Sunshine Farms is believed to be the first in North America to offer certified organic pickles, including bread & butter and baby, quarter, and whole dills. They also offer organic pickled beans, organic pickled garlic, and organic ...
Announcing the birth of an organic linens line.(veggie bits)(Ecobaby Organics)(Brief Article)(Company Profile)
May 01, 2004 ... For more than a decade, Ecobaby Organics, Inc., has offered a range of natural products for babies and children, including organic cotton clothes, diapers, toys, and linens. Now, the company has created a subsidiary named Pure-Rest to bring adult customers their own line of great organic ...
Vegetarians and colon cancer.(Scientific update: a review of recent scientific papers related to vegetarian)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2004; ... Colon cancer is the third most lethal cancer in the United States, after lung and breast cancer. Diet has been identified as the most important risk factor for developing colon cancer. Are vegetarians at lower risk for developing colon cancer? A study of Seventh-day Adventists found that ...
Why eat fruits and vegetables?(Scientific update: a review of recent scientific papers related to vegetarian)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2004; ... Most of us have heard of colon cancer, sometimes called colorectal cancer. Rectal cancer may be a less familiar term. The rectum, where rectal cancer occurs, is located at the end of the large intestine; it is about 7 inches long. About 1 of 8 deaths from colorectal cancer is due to rectal ...
Another reason to eat fruits and vegetables-bone loss.(Scientific update: a review of recent scientific papers related to vegetarian)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2004; ... Women tend to have a significant and rapid loss of bone mass around menopause. Most research in this area has centered on the roles of calcium and vitamin D in reducing bone loss. A new study suggests that fruit and vegetable intake may protect somewhat against bone loss. The study ...
And yet another reason--lower LDL-cholesterol.(Scientific update: a review of recent scientific papers related to vegetarian)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2004; ... LDL-cholesterol is also called "bad" cholesterol because high levels of LDL-cholesterol in the blood are associated with increased risk of heart disease. The usual dietary recommendations for reducing LDL-cholesterol call for reducing dietary saturated fat and cholesterol. There's ...
Fruits and Vegetables are good for pre-teens' bones.(Scientific update: a review of recent scientific papers related to vegetarian)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2004; ... There is increasing evidence that fruits and vegetables are good for adults' bones. A new study suggests that they are also important for pre-teen girls. Researchers at the University of Tennessee studied 56 girls between the ages of 8 and 13 years. The girls were asked how many servings ...
Experts recommend dietary changes to prevent cancer.(Scientific update: a review of recent scientific papers related to vegetarian)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2004; ... Experts in nutrition from the United States and the United Kingdom recently looked at many studies on diet and cancer and made specific recommendations for cancer prevention. Key recommendations include avoiding overweight and obesity, which increase risk of cancer of the esophagus, ...
Why are Americans getting fatter?(Scientific update: a review of recent scientific papers related to vegetarian)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2004; ... Between 1971 and 2000, the prevalence of obesity in the United States increased from 14.5 percent to 30.9 percent. Why? A recent report suggests that a large part of the problem is that people in the United States are eating more calories. In 1971, the average man are 2,450 calories per ...
Vegan Cajun and Creole cooking.
May 01, 2004; ... LONG BEFORE CHEF PAUL PRUDHOMME started the Cajun food craze of the last two decades, the culinary traditions of southern and central Louisiana were well-loved throughout the world by those in the know. Although commonly associated with very spicy dishes, neither Cajun nor Creole food is ...
Regional cuisines: from South Florida, the Deep South, the Central Plains, and the rockies.
May 01, 2004; ... RICE, BEANS, TROPICAL FRUIT, ROOT VEGETABLES, nuts ... There are so many ingredients available in the different regions of the United States, used in so many flavorful ways. Regional American cuisine reflects the variety of native products combined with the resourcefulness and traditions ...
VRG in the news.(Notes from the Scientific Department)(Nutrition Advisors Suzanne Havala Hobbs and Reed Mangels)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2004 ... VRG Nutrition Advisor Suzanne Havala Hobbs, DrPH, RD, was interviewed by the Associated Press for an article about vegetarian diets and by Men's Health magazine for a story about fortified foods. She was also interviewed by the Bottom Line/Health newsletter for an article about the best ...
VRG outreach.(Notes from the Scientific Department)(works of Nutrition Advisor Reed Mangels and Food Service Advisor Nancy Berkoff)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2004 ... Nutrition Advisor Reed Mangels, PhD, RD, wrote a chapter on feeding vegetarian children that was included in the Pediatric Manual of Clinical Dietetics, a publication of the American Dietetic Association. Reed also wrote a chapter titled "Nutrition for Babies and Their Moms" that appears ...
Sources of vitamin D in orange juice.(Notes from the Scientific Department)(Brief Article)
May 01, 2004 ... Several VRG members have contacted us asking about the vitamin D which is being added to some brands of orange juice. We contacted Tropicana and Florida's Natural Growers. Tropicana said, "The form of vitamin D added to Tropicana products is vitamin [D.sub.3]. It is a synthetic powder and ...
Foodservice update: healthy tips and recipes for institutions.
May 01, 2004; ... At a recent food service conference, I was asked to suggest ideas for healthy, colorful entree and dessert sauces. Attendees, who were food service directors from health care facilities, schools, colleges, and universities nationwide, said they were getting more and more requests for ...
Two teens each receive a $5000 vegetarian resource group college scholarship.
May 01, 2004 ... When ALEXANDRA FABER started the Conserving our Wildlife (C.O.W.) Club in high school, one of her main objectives was to have more vegan/vegetarian options in the cafeteria. Alexandra's dogged persistence resulted in vegan burgers being served. She requested they stop putting cheese and ...
Garbanzos!(Vegan Cooking Tips)
May 01, 2004; ... IT'S A DIP! IT'S A SALAD! WHAT IS IT! It's garbanzo beans! We like garbanzos for lots of reasons. We like them because they offer protein, folic acid, potassium, phosphorus, zinc, calcium, some B vitamins, and fiber. But, mostly, we like them because they taste good. ...
The Angelica Home Kitchen.(Brief Article)(Book Review)
May 01, 2004; ... By Leslie McEachern Angelica Kitchen is a down-to-earth vegetarian restaurant that has long existed in New York City's East Village. Its informal atmosphere is a pleasant find in a crowded city. The Angelica Home Kitchen is a vegan cookbook offering some of the best ...
The Complete Book of Raw Food.(Brief Article)(Book Review)
May 01, 2004; ... Edited by Lori Baird and Julie Rodwell The Complete Book of Raw Food contains more than 350 recipes from the world's top raw foods chefs. This book is primarily a how-to, with emphasis on recipes for raw foods dishes. However, it also features advice from the pros, a review of ...
Simple Treats: a Wheat-Free, Dairy-Free Guide to Scrumptious Baked Goods.(Brief Article)(Book Review)
May 01, 2004; ... By Ellen Abraham Ellen Abraham, the author of Simple Treats, and her sister own a bakery by this same name in Eastham, Massachusetts. Drawn from her experiences, this book contains recipes for baked goods, all of which contain natural sweeteners and whole grain or wheat-free ...
Plant Based Nutrition and Health.(Brief Article)(Book Review)
May 01, 2004; ... By Stephen Walsh, PhD I have often enjoyed Stephen Walsh's comments on IVU-Sci, an e-mail discussion list for scientists with an interest in vegetarianism, so I was delighted to hear that he had written Plant Based Nutrition and Health. Walsh's background is in process systems ...
What, No Meat?!(Brief Article)(Book Review)
May 01, 2004; ... By Debra Halperin Poneman and Emily Anderson Greene What, No Meat?! What to Do When Your Kid Becomes a Vegetarian was written for non-vegetarian parents whose children announce that they are becoming vegetarian. Overall, the tone of the book is supportive of vegetarianism, even ...
Raw.(Brief Article)(Book Review)
May 01, 2004; ... By Charlie Trotter And Roxanne Klein If you're searching for an incredible raw foods book, Raw is for you. This book features gorgeous color photos that would excite even the pickiest of eaters. Charlie Trotter and Roxanne Klein are gourmet chefs, and this is reflected in the ...
Meatless Meals for Working People--Quick and Easy Vegetarian Recipes.(Books)(Brief Article)(Book Review)(Brief Review)
May 01, 2004 ... Meatless Meals For Working People--Quick And Easy Vegetarian Recipes. by Debra Wasserman. We recommend using whole groins and fresh vegetables. However, for the busy working person, this isn't always possible. This 192-page ...
Simply Vegan.(Books)(Brief Article)(Book Review)(Brief Review)
May 01, 2004 ... Simply Vegan ($13) by Debra Wasserman and Reed Mangels, PhD, RD. These 224 pages contain over 160 quick and easy vegan recipes, a complete vegan ...
Conveniently Vegan.(Books)(Brief Article)(Book Review)(Brief Review)
May 01, 2004 ... Conveniently Vegan ($15) by Debra Wasserman. Prepare meals with all the natural foods products found in stores today including soymilk, tempeh, tofu, veggie hot dogs .... You'll ...
Vegan Meals for One or Two--Your Own Personal Recipes.(Books)(Brief Article)(Book Review)
May 01, 2004 ... Vegan Meals for One or Two Your Own Personal Recipes ($15) by Nancy Berkoff, EdD, RD. Whether you live alone, are a couple, or are the only one in your household who is vegetarian, this 216-page book is for you. Each recipe is written to serve one or two people and is designed so that you ...
Vegan in Volume.(Books)(Brief Article)(Book Review)(Brief Review)
May 01, 2004 ... Vegan in Volume ($20) by Nancy Berkoff, EdD, RD. This 272-page quantity cookbook is loaded with terrific recipes ...
No Cholesterol Passover Recipes.(Books)(Brief Article)(Book Review)(Brief Review)
May 01, 2004 ... No Cholesterol Passover recipes ($9) by Debra Wasserman. Includes 100 eggless and ...
The Lowfat Jewish Vegetarian Cookbook--Healthy Traditions from Around the World.(Books)(Brief Article)(Book Review)(Brief Review)
May 01, 2004 ... 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 Passover Recipes.(Books)(Brief Article)(Book Review)(Brief Review)
May 01, 2004 ... Vegan Passover Recipes ($6) by Chef Nancy Berkoff. This 48-page booklet features vegan soups and salads, side dishes and sauces, ...
Vegan Handbook.(Books)(Brief Article)(Book Review)(Brief Review)
May 01, 2004 ... 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)
May 01, 2004 ... 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 list of ...
Vegan Microwave Cookbook.(Books)(Brief Article)(Book Review)(Brief Review)
May 01, 2004 ... Vegan Microwave Cookbook ($16.95) by Chef Nancy Berkoff, RD. This 288-page cookbook contains 165 recipes, some of which take under 10 minutes to cook. it also includes ...
Vegan and Vegetarian FQO--Answers to Your Frequently Asked Questions.(Books)(Brief Article)(Book Review)
May 01, 2004 ... Vegan and Vegetarian FQO-Answer to Your Frequently Asked Questions ($15) by Davida Gypsy Breier and Reed Mangels, PhD, RD. Based on answers given to some of the over 150,000 visitors every month to The Vegetarian Resource Group website <www.vrg.org >, this 272-pege guide addresses many ...
Vegan Menu for People with Diabetes.(Books)(Brief Article)(Book Review)(Brief Review)
May 01, 2004 ... Vegan menu for People with Diabetes ($10) by Nancy Berkoff, EdD, RD. This 96-page book gives people with (or at risk for) diabetes a four-week meal plan, exchange ...
Establishing guidelines for veggie lunches in schools.(Vegetarian Action)
May 01, 2004; ... IT WAS A PROUD DAY FOR BARBARA GATES WHEN she sent her son Jack off to his first day in kindergarten. But one thing troubled her--there wasn't a vegetarian item to be found on the lunch menu. Barbara contacted the director of their Child Nutrition Department and was encouraged ...