Vegetarian Journal back issues from January 2009:
Nutrition Hotline: this issue's Nutrition Hotline considers the differences between whole wheat and gluten-free flours and looks at whether foods supplemented with large amounts of iron can pose health risks.
Jan 01, 2009; ... QUESTION: "How do the gluten-free flours compare nutritionally to whole wheat flours?" J.M., MD ANSWER: Gluten-free flours can be used by people with celiac disease, a disorder that causes intestinal problems when products that contain gluten are eaten. Gluten is a protein in ...
The glass remains half full ...(Note from the Coordinators)(The Vegetarian Resource Group)
Jan 01, 2009; ... One of Charles' mother's favorite expressions was that the glass is half full rather than half empty. In this issue, Jeanne Yacoubou remains positive as she looks at a United Nations report about water pollution and animal agriculture titled Livestock's Long Shadow. We hope the world can ...
Library program coordinator uses VRG materials to reach young people.(Letter to the editor)
Jan 01, 2009; ... Dear Jeannie, Yesterday, I received the box of pamphlets, magazines, etc., you sent for me to use in my presentation to teens at my "veg out" program later this month. I ...
Many thanks for VJ contributor Habeeb Salloum's recipes.(Letter to the editor)
Jan 01, 2009; ... I found your website probably about three years ago. On it was a small essay written by Habeeb Salloum about how his family emigrated to Canada from Syria. He told of how the family survived the Depression well-nourished thanks to the recipes incorporating lentils, garbanzo beans, etc., ...
Reader wants ideas for making vegan bird seed blocks.(Letter to the editor)
Jan 01, 2009; ... I would love to have recipes for seed blocks that don't include gelatin, as the commercial varieties do. Do readers have 'recipes' to produce vegan ...
A relaxing weekend brunch.(Recipe)(Cover story)
Jan 01, 2009; ... BRUNCH IS A CASUAL MEAL, usually composed of a variety of dishes that are easy to prepare, including ones that can be made ahead of time. This way, the host and/or hostess can relax and enjoy the meal as much as the guests do. The purpose of brunch is for family and friends to get together ...
Talk about smart cookies!(veggie bits)(Sam & Ruby's Vegan Goodies)(Brief article)
Jan 01, 2009 ... Sam & Ruby's Vegan Goodies is a small company that offers 32-ounce tubes of vegan cookie dough, each of which produces three to four dozen of the confections that go right from the refrigerator to the oven. Their 'Regular' flavors are Chocolate Chip, Yummy Vegan Ginger, and Oatmeal Raisin ...
Spectrum brings new options in vegan DHA for toddlers.(veggie bits)(docosahexaenoic acid)(Brief article)
Jan 01, 2009; ... Want your children to have the health benefits of DHA but don't want to give them fish oil? Spectrum has introduced a fish-free DHA supplement for toddlers one to three years old. This vegan liquid supplement has a neutral taste, so it can be mixed with food. It provides 125 milligrams of ...
Quick-and-easy eggplant.(veggie bits)(Eggplant Cutlets by Dominex)(Brief article)
Jan 01, 2009 ... For more than 25 years, Dominex has brought the best eggplant products to freezer cases nationwide. Among their tasty, microwaveable vegan items are Eggplant Cutlets, which are a great foundation for entrees and side dishes, and their Eggplant Burgers. Both items ...
Virtual Museum documents vegetarianism's history in U.S.(veggie bits)(Vegetarian Museum)(Brief article)
Jan 01, 2009 ... Vegetarian America: A History authors Karen and Michael Iacobbo have founded the Vegetarian Museum at <www.vegetarianmuseum.com>. This virtual gallery and archive is the only museum in the world dedicated to vegetarianism, on or off the Internet. The museum's 'rooms' feature articles, ...
Getting your omega-3s each morning just got a little easier.(veggie bits)(Omega-3 Harmony by Nutritious Living)(Brief article)
Jan 01, 2009 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Nutritious Living has created a new cereal called Omega-3 Harmony. This product is heavy on whole grain flakes, walnut pieces, dried cranberries, and those ground flaxseeds that serve as a great source of vegan omega-3 fatty acids. If the ingredients ...
Pen pal program encourages vegetarians behind bars.(veggie bits)(Prison Vegetarian Project)(Brief article)
Jan 01, 2009 ... It's often difficult for vegetarians who are incarcerated to get the vegetarian meals they request. That's where a non-profit organization called the Prison Vegetarian Project comes in. Besides advocating for veggie meals, this group requests that individuals serve as pen pals. Most pen ...
"Teach ... your children well ..." A vegetarian lesson plan for high school students.(Viewpoint essay)
Jan 01, 2009; ... EVERY SO OFTEN IN LIFE, AN AMAZING AND wonderful opportunity makes its way to fortunate educators like me. Although I have been a high school science teacher since 1996, I never have had the opportunity to teach a class to young people about the virtues and practice of becoming a vegan ... ...
Quick cornmeal.(Vegan Cooking Tips)(Recipe)
Jan 01, 2009; ... CORNMEAL IS FLOUR GROUND FROM DRIED CORN until it becomes a fine, medium, or coarse powder. This common staple food is often found near the salt and flour in the grocery store, and it's great to have on hand if you're looking to make a hearty and semi-fast meal (fast to mix, a bit of time ...
The vegetarian resource group in the news.(Notes from The VRG Scientific Department)(Viewpoint essay)
Jan 01, 2009 ... VRG Nutrition Advisor Reed Mangels, PhD, RD, answered questions about vegetarian pregnancy for WH, a guide to women's health published by a large Bay Area medical center, and recently authored a chapter titled "Vegetarian Diets in Pregnancy" for a textbook titled Handbook of Nutrition and ...
VRG outreach.(Notes from The VRG Scientific Department)(Vegetarian Resource Group)(Conference news)(Brief article)
Jan 01, 2009 ... VRG Nutrition Advisor Suzanne Havala Hobbs, DrPH, RD, is a professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and she presented with Dr. T. Colin Campbell, an Emeritus Professor at Cornell University, at a session on "A New Paradigm for the Study and Practice of Nutrition" at ...
Food choices during the teen years may influence cancer risk later in life.(Scientific Update: A Review of Recent Scientific Papers Related to Vegetarianism)(Brief article)
Jan 01, 2009; ... Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in women (if you don't count non-melanoma skin cancers). One in eight women in the U.S. will develop breast cancer. New research suggests that dietary choices in adolescence may play a role in determining whether a woman will develop breast ...
Fish not necessary for DHA.(Scientific Update: A Review of Recent Scientific Papers Related to Vegetarianism)(Brief article)
Jan 01, 2009; ... DHA is an omega-3 fatty acid found mainly in oily fish. DHA plays a role in reducing the risk of heart disease and may be involved in other chronic diseases. Vegetarian and vegan diets contain little or no DHA unless fortified foods or supplements are used. Vegan DHA supplements that are ...
New research on raw foods.(Scientific Update: A Review of Recent Scientific Papers Related to Vegetarianism)
Jan 01, 2009; ... Despite the interest in raw foods diets, little research has been conducted about them. A small German study examined blood levels of carotenoids in 198 strict raw foods diet followers. Carotenoids are found in fruits and vegetables and include substances associated with a lower risk of ...
Diet has a significant impact on global climate change.(Scientific Update: A Review of Recent Scientific Papers Related to Vegetarianism)
Jan 01, 2009; ... One of the most important environmental issues is the increasing level of greenhouse gas production, which is leading to global climate change. Proposals for reducing fossil fuel consumption and C[O.sub.2] emissions frequently focus on choosing energy efficient vehicles and driving less ....
Lifestyle changes, including a plant-based diet, improve activity of a useful enzyme.(Scientific Update: A Review of Recent Scientific Papers Related to Vegetarianism)(telomerase)(Brief article)
Jan 01, 2009; ... Telomerase is an enzyme that helps to protect chromosomes, the structures that hold our genes. If chromosomes aren't adequately protected, the risk of getting certain cancers and of having the cancer progress more rapidly seems to be higher. Additionally, telomerase repairs the part of the ...
Cooking with Maple Syrup.(Recipe)
Jan 01, 2009; ... AS I WALKED AWAY FROM THE ELMIRA MAPLE SUGAR Festival in Ontario, Canada, the words of the friendly saleswoman still echoed through my mind: "Enjoy our syrup. It's Ontario's liquid gold. It's the best!" She could have been exaggerating, but the aura of the festival and the maple sweets ...
The vegetarian solution to water pollution: based on the United Nations Report "Livestock's Long Shadow".(Livestock's Long Shadow: Environmental Issues and Options)
Jan 01, 2009; ... IN 2006, THE UNITED NATIONS RELEASED A report assessing livestock raising and its impact on the environment. Henning Steinfeld, senior author of this report, announced, "Livestock are one of the most significant contributors to today's most serious environmental problems .... Urgent action ...
Rising food prices what's a vegan to do?
Jan 01, 2009; ... IT'S NO SECRET THAT FOOD PRICES HAVE GONE UP, and all signs point to this trend continuing. Many factors are responsible for this increase, including the surging cost of transporting food. Some may wonder if it is possible to eat a healthy vegan diet and not spend an entire paycheck. The ...
Sharky.(Essay Contest Entry)(Short story)
Jan 01, 2009 ... FOR AS LONG AS SHARKY could remember, he ate meat. Little did he know that was all about to change. Let's start from the beginning. "Hi, Sealeo. Have a nice summer?" asked Sharky. "Yeah," said Sealeo. "Want to play after school? .... Sure," Sharky replied. So, after ...
Vegan Inspiration.(Brief article)(Book review)
Jan 01, 2009; ... VEGAN INSPIRATION By Chef Todd Dacey with Jia Patton [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Vegan Inspiration is worth purchasing for its creative vegan recipes from many cultures. Try Tempeh Thai Vegetable Salad, Raw Avocado Soup, Spiced Kale, Curried Potato 'Fries,' ...
Fresh: The Ultimate Live-Food Cookbook.(Brief article)(Book review)
Jan 01, 2009; ... FRESH: THE ULTIMATE LIVE-FOOD COOKBOOK By Sergei and Valya Boutenko [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Fresh features more than 250 dishes (most of which are vegan, except for a few that call for honey) prepared without heating or processing and preferably with ...
Vegetarian London 2008.(Brief article)(Book review)
Jan 01, 2009; ... VEGETARIAN LONDON 2008 By Alex Bourke [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Vegetarian London is an essential purchase for any vegetarian or vegan planning to visit London. A few years ago, we used an earlier edition of this book to find a restaurant featuring vegan ...
Meatless Meals for Working People--Quick and Easy Vegetarian Recipes.(Books)(Brief article)(Book review)
Jan 01, 2009 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 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 192-page book ...
Simply Vegan.(Books)(Brief article)(Book review)
Jan 01, 2009 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Simply Vegan ($14.95) by Debra Wasserman and Reed Mangels, PhD, RD. These 224 pages contain over 160 quick and easy vegan recipes, a ...
Conveniently Vegan.(Books)(Brief article)(Book review)
Jan 01, 2009 ... 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 find 150 recipes ...
Vegan Meals for One or Two--Your Own Personal Recipes.(Books)(Brief article)(Book review)
Jan 01, 2009 ... Vegan Meals for One or Two--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 vegetarian, this 216-page book is for you. Each recipe is written to serve one or two people and is designed so that you can ...
Vegan in Volume.(Books)(Brief article)(Book review)
Jan 01, 2009 ... Vegan in Volume ($20) by Nancy Berkoff, RD. This 272-page quantity cookbook is loaded with terrific recipes serving ...
No Cholesterol Passover Recipes.(Books)
Jan 01, 2009 ... No Cholesterol Passover Recipes ($9) by Debra Wasserman ....
The Lowfat Jewish Vegetarian Cookbook: Healthy Traditions from around the World.(Books)(Brief article)(Book review)
Jan 01, 2009 ... 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)
Jan 01, 2009 ... Vegan Passover Recipes ($6) by Chef Nancy Berkoff, RD. This 48-page booklet features vegan soups and salads, side dishes and sauces, ...
Vegan Handbook.(Books)(Brief article)(Book review)
Jan 01, 2009 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Vegan Handbook ($20) edited by Debra Wasserman and Reed Mangels, PhD, RD. Over 200 vegan recipes and vegetarian resources. Includes ...
Vegan Microwave Cookbook.(Books)(Brief article)(Book review)
Jan 01, 2009 ... Vegan Microwave Cookbook ($16.95) by Chef Nancy Berkoff, RD. This 288-page cookbook contains 165 recipes, some of which take less than 10 minutes to cook. It also includes ...
Vegetarian Journal's Guide to Natural Foods Restaurants in the U.S. and Canada.(Books)(Brief article)(Book review)
Jan 01, 2009 ... Vegetarian Journal's Guide to Natural Foods Restaurants in the U.S. and Canada (S18). Whether you're traveling on business or planning a much-needed vacation, this book is certain to make your dining ...
Vegan Menu for People with Diabetes.(Books)(Brief article)(Book review)
Jan 01, 2009 ... 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 ...
Vegan Seafood: Beyond the Fish Shtick for Vegetarians.(Books)(Brief article)(Book review)
Jan 01, 2009 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Vegan Seafood: Beyond the Fish Shtick for Vegetarians ($12) by Nancy Berkoff, EdD, RD. Nancy Berkoff, EdD, RD. Chef Nancy Berkoff has created these unique and good-tasting vegan fish and seafood dishes. After using this book, you'll agree with millions of ...
Phil Becker.(Vegetarian Action)(Interview)
Jan 01, 2009; ... IN 1985, PHIL BECKER RECEIVED A MAILING FROM TransSpecies Unlimited, inviting him to a vegetarian Summerfest in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Becker graduated from Penn State in 1983, but he never got involved with the campus animal rights group while he was an engineering student there. His ...