But you probably haven’t heard of Dr. David Jenkins, whose research inspired the aforementioned diets. Formerly seen as a hipster or fringe lifestyle, veganism has gained more traction in recent years. And with Jenkins’ statement, one can only assume that popularity will continue to rise. >>MORE

Good vegan cuisine is appearing everywhere and college campuses are leading the way, making it possible for young students to make healthier, more compassionate food choices every day! College Magazine’s top 10: Wellesley, Wesleyan, University of South Florida – Tampa, University of San Diego, Ohio University, University of Redlands, University of Colorado – Boulder, Warren-Wilson College, Oberlin College.>> READ MORE…

by George Wuerthner Do you know what a Big Mac costs? If you say $2.50 or whatever the current price posted at the McDonald’s restaurant may be, you are vastly under-estimating the real price. That’s because $2.50 does not reflect the genuine cost of production. Every hamburger price tag should include a calculation of animal suffering, human health costs, economic…

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by NonviolenceUnited.org People everywhere are making choices more connected with their values. We are simplifying our lives, buying less and living more because we know that the Earth provides enough to satisfy everyone’s need, but not everyone’s greed. But there is one connected choice that sometimes gets overlooked. It’s one of the most far-reaching personal, practical and ethical choices you…

Whitewash: The Disturbing Truth About Cow’s Milk and Your Health by Joseph Keon North Americans are some of the least healthy people on Earth. Despite advanced medical care and one of the highest standards of living in the world, one in three Americans will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime, and 50 percent of US children are overweight. This…

by Wendy Gabbe Day What an assortment of heavenly treats—all of which are nutritious and, with Wendy’s guidance, super simple to create. All her yummy recipes are gluten-free, low in sugar, low in fat, and loaded with nutritious fruits, whole grains, seeds, nuts and beans, too. Get some sample recipes and read more about Wendy HERE or go HERE to…

Dogs should not be forced to spend their lives at the end of a chain or tied to a tree or out in the cold in winter with no shelter or heat.>>MORE

Dr. Oppenlander provides entirely new perspectives on our culture and how this global crisis reached such startling proportions. Most important, ideas on how to solve the problem.>>MORE

By Jolinda Hackett, About.com Guide Most of these tips really apply to everyone, not just vegetarians. They may seem trite, but they are tried and true and you will notice the difference in your health and energy levels. 1. Eat a dark green vegetable (broccoli, spinach, kale, collard greens) at least three times a week. These nutritional powerhouses are packed…

by Dr. Janice Stanger This is definitely info that most people don’t know. Diet makes a difference even for A-bomb survivors! The struggle to contain radioactive releases at Japan’s Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant has focused the world’s attention on the hazards of radiation. However, even without such incidents, you are subject to harmful radiation every day.>> MORE