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New Study: Fish Oil Does Not Improve Heart Health: Supplementing with omega-3 fatty acids does not improve heart health, according to a new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine. Researchers analyzed data from 12,513 men and women fro...

VEGAN DAILY DRINK:  Goji Lemon Tea

The Dark Side Of Greek Yogurt : The latest in “healthy” foods that are not actually good for us is Greek yogurt.  Every three to four ounces of milk produces only one ounce of the creamy snack,  and what’s left becomes acid whey, “a thin, runny waste product” too toxic to dump because whey decomposition could potentially turn waterways into aquatic-life-destroying “dead seas.” There are endless choices of non-dairy yogurts that are not loaded with fat, sugar or animal proteins - none of which are associated with negative environmental impacts.

Rancho Gordo Cranberry Beans, Sweet Basil, Garlic, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Ground Black Pepper, Lemon, Sea Salt

I'm new to veganism; are there any tips and recipes I can get to help me with the transition from maybe veterans or professionals? to eliminate bumps in the road

One of the posters that is running in the Transit Ad campaign This month Mercy for Animals Canada, in conjunction with local veg groups across the country, is running an extension of their poster campaign, which started in Toronto, and met with enormous success. The ad series of three featuring the pig, the chicken, and the cow will run on transit systems in Vancouver, Calgary, Saskatoon, Winnipeg, Ottawa, Montreal, and Halifax. “This provocative ad campaign is designed to get people thinking about their food choices in relation to animal suffering. The ad series draws attention to the similarities between the animals we call “family” and the animals we call “dinner” and then exposes the shocking cruelty that Canadian animals raised for food face on today’s factory farms.” If you haven’t already seen the video on this campaign, take the time to find out more today: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfR7VNvCWzQ and consider supporting the campaign, so it can reach even more people. Here’s how to get involved: “You can support this event by inviting others from across Canada to spread the word, taking photos of you with the ads and sharing via social media, and donating to the campaign.” – or check out the facebook page for more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/570394732982900

This month Mercy for Animals Canada, in conjunction with local veg groups across the country, is running an extension of their poster campaign, which started in Toronto, and met with enormous success. The ad series of three featuring the pig, the chicken, and the cow will run on transit systems in Vancouver, Calgary, Saskatoon, Winnipeg, Ottawa, Montreal,

Michael and Ethan graciously opened up their home to me last weekend. When we plotted out my few days in NYC, I was pretty sure I could be home from The Seed at a decent time on Sunday. I offered to take them out for dinner but Michael suggested that we cook at home with the pressure cooker. Me: You have a pressure cooker?! (I may have squealed that question). Him: No, but we can buy one. While I was at The Seed earlier in the day, Michael and Ethan went through my pressure cooker recipes, selected two, went shopping, and had all of the food prepped. Michael picked me up at the train station and we drove directly to Bed, Bath & Beyond (the original!); he walked out a very happy man. When we walked in the door Ethan dazzled us with appetizers to tide us over during the pressure cooker lesson. Zucchini and Carrot Latkes with Spicy Vegan Aioli and Vegan Caviar What a nosh! Michael was ready to roll to with the lesson. I mean seriously ready. All he wanted was for me to explain new terms (bring to pressure, cook at pressure, natural release, quick release) and to talk about cooking times (I advise to cook beans the shortest recommended time first go around – just simmer uncovered if necessary to finish – to get to know how that particular pressure cooker works with that particular stove). We talked a bit about intuitive cooking and how to eyeball liquid needs. I also showed him how to clean the pressure cooker well to avoid problems when cooking. We discussed all of these things while he made us a super-fun meal. He started with BBQ Pulled Jackfruit Sandwiches. This was a fun dish to begin with because it doesn’t take a lot of time but demonstrates how 10 minutes at pressure can mix and mingle spices in such a delightful way. We were also able to snack on the sammies while Michael made his first bean dish! Yep, he chose to tackle chickpeas, only soaked for one hour, by making my New World Szekely Goulash recipe. The chickpeas were perfectly done! Michael mastered the pressure cooker, Ethan snapped fabulous photos of the occasion, and I….err…well, I ate!

Meet our Herbie of the Week, Rhanda, who is an excellent reminder that diet-related health problems aren't always visible on the outside. I immediately identifed with Rhanda's story, because I too have suffered from debilitating migraines and menstrual cramps in the past. Transitioning to a whole foods, plant-based diet has significantly helped both of us — all hail the power of plants! Here is Rhanda's Herbie success story, in her own words: "It’s been 7 and a half months since I’ve been a herbivore, and I want to share my story with you. Although I was never overweight, I’ve always been quite small — I was still experiencing health scares. These health scares started when I was a teenager and different problems kept popping up. My diet included chicken patties, beef as a main ingredient in most meals, processed cereals and snacks, milk, dairy, and everything in between! As a child, our family could not afford expensive produce, so we ate foods that were convenient and cheap. Unfortunately, these are also the unhealthiest foods on the market. Like most people, my parents thought the beef and milk were healthy, just like any other American. Anyway, as I reached my later teenage years, I had gained a little weight but that wasn’t the main concern.  I began to have headaches on a daily basis, and migraines would occur about 2 times a month. My menstrual cycle was extremely irregular, sometimes it would take months before I would get it. When I did get my menstrual cycle, it was so bad that I would be lying in bed for days in pain. I always felt tired and never refreshed in the morning. When the migraines and headaches occurred, I would miss several school days and my grades fell behind. It got to the point that I always had Excedrin Migraine with me, no matter where I went because it would always sneak in. It was really a disappointment when I would go on vacation or a family event and I would have to lie down in a quiet, dark room until the migraine had passed. I also experienced IBS, depression, and anxiety. When the doctor tried to put me on medication, I knew this could start a never ending spiral on medication — so I went home and threw it in the garbage.  By this time, I had spent the last 8 years of my life living with these intrusive headaches, migraines, and an overall feeling of anxiety (worrying about when the next migraine would strike). I was ultimately sick and tired of being sick and tired. This was when I started researching and tried every natural remedy out there including yoga, chiropractic, aromatherapy, herbal supplements, exercise… everything! Although it seemed to help a little, nothing really changed too much. I knew at this point that my health wasn’t the best; I looked healthy and fit — but my body was trying to tell me something from the inside.  I tried to go vegetarian a few years ago (for the animals) and I didn’t do enough research beforehand, so it didn’t last long. I actually ended up even more sick because I was replacing all the meat with dairy. Randomly I would throw up, feel nauseous, weak, and my brain felt foggy.  After watching Forks Over Knives, I realized that dairy was even worse than the meat! My life changed on August 1st, 2012 when I quit meat and dairy, the day after watching Forks over Knives. The Engine 2 Diet helped me to get started, and then I discovered Happy Herbivore! My husband thought I was crazy, but he is starting to really enjoy this new lifestyle as well — even though he hasn’t completely given up the meat or dairy, he has cut back.  Some of the benefits I have noticed are clear and glowing skin, more energy, no more 'brain fog' or 'cloudiness,' recovering faster from cold/flu, decrease in anxiety, headaches, and migraines, and now I’m happier than I was before! My menstrual cycle is regular now and the IBS is gone. I really fee

A chilly house during winter is no fun at all. How can you relax when your home is freezing cold? Fortunately, there are a few easy ways to cozy up your home to get ready for the upcoming cold. Use this advice to get through the winter in one piece. Take Advantage of the Sun The sun keeps on shining during the winter. While the sun isn’t as warm this time of year, it’s still bringing in heat every day. With a little planning, you can take advantage of this source of energy. Every morning open up the curtains and drapes in your house. During the day, the sun’s heat will soak into your floors and walls. At night, this heat will come off and make everything feel a bit warmer. Best of all, you’re getting extra heat for free. Run Ceiling Fans Backwards Ceiling fans come in handy during the winter as well as the summer. Many fans let you reverse the fan cycle, so they go clockwise. By making this switch, the fan pushes air down. This is helpful because hot air rises and settles by the ceiling. By running your ceiling fans backwards, you’ll push this warm air down to your level where you need it. Coordinate Your Cooking Schedule with the Family The oven and stove in your property are both great sources of heat. Every time you cook something up, it will heat up the whole house. You can use this as another way to keep your heating bill lower. Try to cook when most of the family is at home so everyone stays warm without blasting the heating. As an added bonus, everyone will get to enjoy the delicious aroma of your cooking making your house feel even cozier. Keep Furniture Away from Windows and Walls The coldest spots in your house are the sections close to a window or wall facing the outdoors. If you have your couch or chairs near these chilly areas, you’re going to feel uncomfortable sitting down and will be tempted to turn up the heat. A smarter approach is to rearrange your furniture so people don’t sit in these areas. During the winter, people will feel more comfortable sitting in the warmer, more central parts of your home. Keeping your home nice and warm during the winter takes some work but with these easy tips, you should be able to keep the cold at bay. The post Easy Ways to Cozy Up Your Home for the Winter appeared first on .