Vegetarian Journal back issues from April 2009:
Nutrition Hotline: this issue's Nutrition Hotline explores the benefits that come from consuming flaxseeds and some ways to include them in your diet.
Apr 01, 2009; ... QUESTION: "We hear so much about the nutritional value of flaxseeds. Should I go out of my way to try to add them to my diet?" ANSWER: Shiny little brown flaxseeds--they're not much bigger than sesame seeds--are being touted as nature's own nutritional supplements. ...
The latest VRG survey: who answered?(The Vegetarian Resource Group polls on the number of vegetarians and vegans in the United States)
Apr 01, 2009; ... Since 1994, The Vegetarian Resource Group has been conducting national polls on the number of vegetarians and vegans in the United States. (See <www.vrg.org/nutshell/faq.htm#poll>.) These are undertaken by national polling organizations and are the same type of polls done for presidential ...
Thanks for publishing such practical recipes in Vegetarian Journal!(letters)(Letter to the editor)
Apr 01, 2009; ... I have looked through some back issues, and Vegetarian Journal seems to be exactly the type of magazine I want. So many of the recipes in other vegetarian publications use such difficult-to-find items that you need ...
Florida farm workers seeking agreement with Chipotle.(letters)(Letter to the editor)
Apr 01, 2009; ... In response to Who's the Veggie-Friendliest of Them All? in Issue 4, 2008, of Vegetarian Journal: I just read the article on top restaurant chains for vegetarians. I want to alert our VRG community that Chipotle, which is friendly in food choices, has not yet been willing to negotiate with ...
New vegan excited about life choice.(letters)(Letter to the editor)
Apr 01, 2009; ... Wow, thanks a lot for all the help, Jeannie!!! I work at LensCrafters, and the optician there is vegan. He was telling me about being vegan and all the benefits of being vegan, so I looked into it all weekend! Needless to say, I have been vegan ...
Raw Southwestern cuisine.(Recipe)
Apr 01, 2009; ... WHEN WE MOVED to the Southwest 10 years ago, I was amazed at how differently we ate when the warm weather arrived. The thought of standing near a hot stove was unbearable, and popsicles aren't the best choice for dinner every night. It was obvious I needed a new plan. Now, as ...
FAQs about Vitamin D.(human nutrition)
Apr 01, 2009; ... VITAMIN D HAS BEEN IN THE NEWS A LOT LATELY. Researchers are looking at whether it plays a role in a multitude of diseases ranging from multiple sclerosis to depression to cancer. Vitamin D has long been known to be important for bone health and is being added to foods like orange juice ...
Summer squash.(Vegan Cooking Tips)
Apr 01, 2009; ... WARMER WEATHER MEANS LOTS OF THINGS--longer days, family vacations, more time outdoors, and of course the bounty of ripe fruits and vegetables at local groceries and farmers' markets! Summer brings with it a colorful array of produce to saute, bake, or grill, and one of the tastiest ways ...
VRG nutrition interns develop protein/calorie supplement for Vegans.(nutritional supplement drinks recipes)
Apr 01, 2009; ... FREQUENTLY, PEOPLE WITH CANCER OR OTHER health problems use liquid products like Ensure and Ensure Plus to add more calories and protein to their diets, especially when their appetite has been diminished. We have heard from vegans who are interested in finding a vegan product like the ...
Super savory pancakes.
Apr 01, 2009; ... IN JUST ABOUT EVERY CULTURE AROUND THE WORLD, people make a version of pancakes or flatbreads for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. In the United States, buttermilk or buckwheat pancakes are popular morning foods, but in other countries, pancakes become street vendor snacks or savory dinner ...
Texture alterations for vegan diets.(food preparations and liquid diets for vegans)
Apr 01, 2009; ... PATIENTS AND CLIENTS MAY EXPERIENCE A NUMBER of physical, mental, and dental conditions that will require specially prepared meals. There are many different types of issues that may interfere with someone's ability to consume foods. For example, some people may be able to use a straw, ...
Fast food confidential.(farm animal nutrition and fast food products)(Report)(Brief article)
Apr 01, 2009; ... During a recent study, researchers collected 480 samples of hamburgers and chicken sandwiches from Burger King, McDonald's, and Wendy's in three locations in six cities. The samples were tested using a method that shows what the animals used to produce these items had been fed. The ...
Gluten-free vegan diet may lower bad cholesterol and reduce inflammation in people with rheumatoid arthritis.(Scientific Update: A Review of Recent Scientific Papers Related to Vegetarianism)(Report)
Apr 01, 2009; ... Rheumatoid arthritis affects more than 1.3 million adults in the U.S. It is an autoimmune disease, which means that the symptoms are due to a person's immune system attacking his or her own body. Besides joint pain, people with rheumatoid arthritis are also at increased risk for heart ...
Dietary improvements seen in people with type 2 diabetes following a lowfat vegan diet.(Scientific Update: A Review of Recent Scientific Papers Related to Vegetarianism)(Report)
Apr 01, 2009; ... Type 2 diabetes affects close to 11 percent of U.S. adults and costs $174 billion a year in medical costs alone. A lowfat vegan diet has been shown to be part of an effective treatment for type 2 diabetes (<www.vrg.org/ journal/vj2007issuel/vj2007issuel.pdf>). A recent study looked at ...
High-fat dairy products and eggs associated with increased risk of heart failure.(Scientific Update: A Review of Recent Scientific Papers Related to Vegetarianism)(Report)
Apr 01, 2009; ... Ever wonder what the heart does? It's actually a pump that moves blood throughout our bodies. What happens if your heart isn't working properly? Heart failure is when the heart can't pump enough blood, leading to a back-up of blood and fluid in the lungs, swelling (edema), tiredness, and ...
Vegetarian diet may reduce oxidative damage associated with aging.(antioxidants)(Report)(Brief article)
Apr 01, 2009; ... Antioxidants such as vitamin C, beta-carotene, and vitamin E are believed to protect cells in our body from damage by free radicals. Free radicals can be produced following exposure to cigarette smoke, pollution, radiation, and other harmful substances and may play a role in the ...
How quickly did you eat your lunch today?(obesity and chewing habits)(Report)
Apr 01, 2009; ... Does eating quickly have any relation to weight? As you may have guessed, it seems to. Japanese researchers studied more than 4,000 adults and asked the research subjects if they would describe their typical eating speed as very slow, slow, medium, or fast and if they usually ate until ...
Wholemato brings organic ketchups to your picnic table.(Wholemato Organic Agave Ketchup)(Product/service evaluation)(Brief article)
Apr 01, 2009 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Whether you're planning a Memorial Day barbecue or packing veggie dogs for a trip to the ballpark, you'll probably want to pick up a bottle or two of Wholemato Organic Agave Ketchup. The Original flavor is sweet and tangy, while the Spicy variety offers a ...
Why not chew on this?(Lumen Foods' vegan jerkies)(Product/service evaluation)(Brief article)
Apr 01, 2009 ... Planning a hike or just looking for a high-protein snack? Then, pick up some of Lumen Foods' vegan jerkies. Available in 1.5-ounce, 8-ounce, or 5-pound packs, their juicy and microwaveable Stonewall's Jerquee comes in eight flavors, including Original Mild, the definitively hotter Original ...
Have your cake and eat it, too!(Amy's Kitchen Inc. Organic Cakes)(Product/service evaluation)(Brief article)
Apr 01, 2009 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Amy's has created some new Organic Cakes in two wonderful varieties--scrumptious Chocolate and mouth-watering Orange. Available from the freezer case, these vegan delights come in 11-ounce boxes that serve ...
Now available! Organic rice milks made with whole grains.(Good Karma Organic Ricemilks )(Product/service evaluation)(Brief article)
Apr 01, 2009 ... Have you been searching for non-dairy milk made from whole grain brown rice? Then, look no further! Good Karma has a line of Organic Ricemilks that are fantastic in smoothies, over cereal, or straight out of a glass. These 32-ounce, shelf-stable products ...
Are you good to-go?(To-Go Ware reusable utensils)(Product/service evaluation)(Brief article)
Apr 01, 2009 ... No matter where your vacation plans take you, it's a great idea to take To-Go Ware along. These are reusable utensils--a recycled bamboo set with a fork, a knife, a spoon, and chopsticks--that come in a compact, snapshut, and often colorful case made entirely from discarded plastic bags ....
Go nutty for Earth Balance's new Natural Peanut Butters.(veggie bits)(Product/service evaluation)(Brief article)
Apr 01, 2009 ... Earth Balance, the company that makes that great vegan margarine, has introduced a new line of peanut butters that are far from the usual. The unique blend of expeller-pressed oils makes these "no stir" products easy to spread right out of the jar. Probably more important, though, is that ...
Great Chefs Cook Vegan.(Brief article)(Book review)
Apr 01, 2009; ... GREAT CHEFS COOK VEGAN By Linda Long [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Linda Long shoots the beautiful photos that grace the front cover of each issue of this magazine. She has now produced her first cookbook, featuring vegan meals prepared by award-winning chefs ....
Alt Fiber.(Brief article)(Book review)
Apr 01, 2009; ... ALT FIBER By Shannon Okey [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] If you are vegan, are an environmentalist, are allergic to wool and other animal fibers, or just love to knit, Alt Fiber is a terrific book for you! Shannon Okey, co-owner of Stitch Cleveland, introduces ...
Metamorphosis.(Brief article)(Book review)
Apr 01, 2009; ... METAMORPHOSIS By Marcia "Vegan Poet" Katz [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The author of this beautiful book of poems and photography has been vegan for more than 30 years. Throughout this inspiring work, you will read creative verses about veganism, animal rights, ...
You Won't Believe It's Vegan!(Brief article)(Book review)
Apr 01, 2009; ... YOU WON'T BELIEVE IT'S VEGAN! By Lacey Sher and Gall Doherty [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The authors of this cookbook both graduated from the Natural Gourmet Institute and ran Down to Earth restaurant in Red Bank, New Jersey, for seven years. You Won't Believe ...
Peace in Every Bite.(Brief article)(Book review)
Apr 01, 2009; ... PEACE IN EVERY BITE By Two Moons, N.D. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Peace in Every Bite serves up more than 500 vegan dishes. You'll find recipes for Spicy Sausage Patties (made with TVP and bulgur or couscous), Crepes, Greek Spanakopita (prepared with tofu), ...
Totally Vegetarian.(Brief article)(Book review)
Apr 01, 2009; ... TOTALLY VEGETARIAN By Toni Fiore [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Toni Fiore, host of the public television show Delicious TV's Totally Vegetarian, has written a cookbook with 200 recipes. Toni is a self-taught cook who learned by trial and error. The resulting ...
Get It Ripe.(Brief article)(Book review)
Apr 01, 2009; ... GET IT RIPE By Joe Steele [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Get It Ripe is a terrific whole foods cookbook for vegans as well as individuals looking for wheat-free dishes. Among the 150 recipes are Buttahmilk Biscuits (made with spelt flour, non-dairy ...
Vegetarian nutrition education pioneer George Eisman.(Vegetarian Action)
Apr 01, 2009; ... GEORGE EISMAN, RD, HAS EMERGED AS ONE of the nation's leading educators on vegetarian nutrition. In fact, this registered dietitian and college instructor created the first for-credit classes available on the subject of vegetarian nutrition. How did this come about? In 1986, ...
New FDA labeling rules for beetle-derived food and cosmetic cochineal extract and carmine coloring.(Food and Drug Administration)(Brief article)
Apr 01, 2009; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] In January 2009, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that all foods and cosmetics containing cochineal extract or carmine must contain a "prominent and conspicuous" declaration of these ingredients by name at least once on the item label ....
Fish and the 'pareve' designation.(Kosher Magazine on Kosher foods)(Brief article)
Apr 01, 2009 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Kashrus Magazine is a periodical for the kosher consumer but can also be very helpful for vegetarians and the allergic. According to this publication, there is a prohibition against eating meat and fish together in the Jewish religion. However, in cases ...