Wednesday, January 28, 2009

NEWSLETTER ISSUE = #341

Tips on Going Vegan
By Denis Faye
If you're into health, fitness, the environment, or any combination = thereof, you've probably considered veganism. From a green perspective, = it's hard to argue against it. However, on the health front, the benefits of = going meat free aren't as clear-cut. Cutting out chicken and fish, for = example, can eliminate excellent amino acid sources. It's a tough choice. = Here are great resources if you want to go vegan.

3 High-Protein Recipes
By Ben Kallen
As we move into the last frigid months between winter and spring, it's = the perfect time to fortify yourself with some hot and hearty comfort = food. And if you're careful, you don't have to screw up your nutrition = plan to do it. Winter stews can be high in protein, low in fat, and full = of healthy veggies. They're also easy to prepare and brimming with = flavor! Here are 3 recipes to get you started.

Test Your Vegan IQ!
By DeLane McDuffie

The first time I met a vegan, to be honest, I didn't know what to say. = Coming from the birthplace of American barbecue, meeting someone who = actually didn't eat = meat or even wear leather shoes felt sort of like finding a unicorn in = your backyard or the Loch Ness monster in your bathtub. But unlike = these imaginary creatures, veganism is alive and well. Answer the = following questions about veganism.

1. Which day is World Vegan Day?
2. Who coined the term "vegan"?
3. What are two alternative forms of veganism?
4. What's the total percentage of vegans in the U.S.?
5. Which famous mathematician was the first to record the vegetarian/vegan lifestyle?

Click here for the answers!