Vegetarian Times articles from January 2005

Vegetarian Times archives from January 2005

Losing it.(Editor's Note)
January 1, 2005... Ever since I arrived to work on the 30th anniversary issue of VT--last month's big relaunch--one of the things I've made a fuss about is rigorous taste-testing. Like all top chefs, all top food magazines do this, as many times as necessary, so...

Brochures and books.(Question of the month: what or who influence your decision to go meatless)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2005... I was a sophomore in high school when a friend showed me a PETA brochure and I learned about the horrors of factory farming. The conditions the animals are subjected to are inhumane. Consider family pets: They have their own beds, go for rides...

Health problems.(Question of the month: what or who influence your decision to go meatless)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... I was diagnosed with the deadly three: diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. I took my doctor's advice, went on Weight Watchers, was successful in losing weight and got my medical problems under control. Then I read an article...

Long time vegetarians.(Question of the month: what or who influence your decision to go meatless)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... After moving to Seattle in 1982, my first job was as an owner/worker in a vegetarian restaurant called Cause Celebre. We were known for our handmade ice cream and espresso drinks. During the time I worked there, I began to eliminate meat...

School chums.(Question of the month: what or who influence your decision to go meatless)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2005... My good old college friend Sandi was always shouting at my lunch, "Dead bird!" After all the joking, I decided to give vegetarianism a go. It started as an experiment: Could I go vegetarian for an entire summer? I loved it and have stuck with...

Parents.(Question of the month: what or who influence your decision to go meatless)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2005... Having been raised by vegetarians, there was never any question about whether I would eat a dead carcass. We were also raised with a real caring for living creatures, which goes hand in hand with being a veggie. Both my parents were excellent...

A movie.(Question of the month: what or who influence your decision to go meatless)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2005... My standard answer, circa 1995: Ever see the movie Babe? Lisa Young Wheaton, IL

A pair of pigs.(Question of the month: what or who influence your decision to go meatless)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2005... Sally and Jane, the pigs that my aunt raised when I was 7, were my vegetarian muses. When I visited my aunt, I spent time with Sally and Jane and watched them grow from piglets into big strong sows. One day I came to visit, and they were gone....

Religion.(Question of the month: what or who influence your decision to go meatless)(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2005... My decision to become a vegetarian was based on the Buddha's teaching that all living beings are enlightened beings. Animals are no different than humans. All beings want happiness and non-suffering, and they all deserve the chance to live...

Corrections.(Community)(Correction Notice)
January 1, 2005... In the November/December 2004 issue, the "Vegan Gourmet" recipes were inadvertently credited to Marie Oser. Also, the correct prices for the Green Glass recycled glassware ("Shop") are: four tumblers, $29.90; four goblets, $48; and vase,...

Share: reader recipe.(soup)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... CLEAN-OUT-THE-FRIDGE SOUP Serves 4 For her all-season soup. Deb Barley Of Elizabethtown, PA, says you can use almost any vegetables for the add-ins--thinly sliced celery, sugar snap peas cut into pieces, cut-up green beans,...

Deep and dying.(This just in: need-to-know about your health, diet, mind, body and the world you live in)(giant squids)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Giant squids, which grow up to 60 feet long, are among the most mysterious of marine animals. They live in such deep, dark ocean waters that they have never been seen alive. Recently, a rash of dead giant squids has been washing up on the...

Vitamins help you stay vertical.(This just in: need-to-know about your health, diet, mind, body and the world you live in)(vitamin D)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Vitamin D may reduce the risk of injuries from falls by more than 20 percent in otherwise healthy men and women age 60 and over, according to multiple studies analyzed in the April 28, 2004 issue of The Journal of the American Medical...

Can your house be too tidy?(This just in: need-to-know about your health, diet, mind, body and the world you live in)(household cleaners emit volatile organic compounds)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Keeping your home squeaky clean could increase the likelihood that your children will develop asthma. That's because many common household cleaners--detergents, floor polishes, air fresheners and the like--emit high levels of volatile organic...

Duck scoop.(This just in: need-to-know about your health, diet, mind, body and the world you live in)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology have found that duckweed, a floating aquatic plant, appears to absorb chemical wastes that get dumped into waterways and wetlands. Scientists hope that duckweed's ability to soak up toxic...

Hold the syrup.(This just in: need-to-know about your health, diet, mind, body and the world you live in)(soy pancakes replacing chicken livers in testing for gastrointestinal disorders)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Soy pancake mix may soon replace chicken livers as the favorite food of doctors diagnosing gastrointestinal disorders. For years, physicians have injected a radioactive tracer into chicken livers, which are then fed to patients. The tracer...

A significant step.(This just in: need-to-know about your health, diet, mind, body and the world you live in; edible vaccines)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... An edible vaccine against AIDS and hepatitis B might seem like a fantasy, but Russian scientists have taken a significant step toward making it a reality. They've successfully isolated a protein gene that can stimulate an immune response to...

Serious jitters.(This just in: need-to-know about your health, diet, mind, body and the world you live in)(caffeine withdrawal)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Caffeine withdrawal is a "mental disorder," according to a study by the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine published in the October 2004 issue of the journal Psychopharmacology. Symptoms can include "headache, fatigue and difficulty...

No strain, no gain.(This just in: need-to-know about your health, diet, mind, body and the world you live in)(weightlifting)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Novice weight lifters don't put enough weight on their barbells to increase the size of their muscles. When they don't see any gain, they're likely to become discouraged and quit, says Stephen Glass, a professor of physiology at Michigan's...

Sickly spill.(This just in: need-to-know about your health, diet, mind, body and the world you live in)(bacteria in the Great Lakes making people sick)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... New antibiotic-resistant bacteria in the Great Lakes are threatening millions of people with gastrointestinal disease. That's the conclusion of an independent panel advising the United States and Canada on the condition of waterways that the...

Picking the right multivitamin.(Dilemmas)
January 1, 2005... Q: In general, do people need to take a multi? A: Maybe, maybe not. "There's been some evidence that people whose diets include high amounts of vitamins E and C, beta-carotene and possibly lycopene are less prone to heart disease...

Mad for mittens.(Goods: veg-friendly, planet-conscious)(cat toys)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Cats go wild for this silly, colorful toy. Our tester's cat pounced, balled and chewed until she decided it was time for more grooming, of course. The fingertip pom-poms hide bells: Just wiggle your fingers, and watch the fun. A percentage of...

Two ways to warm up.(Goods: veg-friendly, planet-conscious)
January 1, 2005... Keep your pooch cozy on frigid morning walks with a fleece sweatshirt made from recycled beverage bottles. And get slothful kitties moving with catnip toys in fun veggie shapes, including eggplants, bean pods, chilis and carrots. Eco Fleece...

Get fido and Felix moving.(Goods: veg-friendly, planet-conscious)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Like many of us, pets can carry around a few extra pounds. To keep your furry friends in tip=top shape, try these fun-and-games supplies. All are from Earth-friendly--and pet devoted--companies. Chase This, Not Your Tail! You and your...

A weighty decision.(Goods: veg-friendly, planet-conscious)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Tired of guessing games? Now when a recipe calls for ounces instead of cups, you can figure out exactly how much to use. This fun and funky kitchen scale is available in nine colors, including Tangerine Dream and Shocking Pink. From Typhoon,...

Let's get physical.(Goods: veg-friendly, planet-conscious)(DVD: Pilates Eight Loss Workout)(New Balance sneakers)
January 1, 2005... First there were the books. Now the "For Dummies" folks are rolling out DVDs and videos to guide your workouts. Their latest: Pilates Weight Loss Workout, $15. www.anchorbayentertainment.com/fitness. Make those exercise sessions leather-free...

Sticking to it.(Goods: veg-friendly, planet-conscious)(weight loss)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Absolutely, totally determined to get fit, lose weight and be visibly healthy in 2005? Here's some help. WRAP IT UP Watching your carbs? No need to omit Mexican meals with new Fat Flush Tortillas. High in protein and fiber (5 grams...

Ask the nutritionist: about getting enough protein.(Q&A)
January 1, 2005... Q: As a fairly new vegetarian, I'm not sure I'm getting enough protein. Is there a formula to figure out how much I need, and is age ever a factor? A: Protein is the major component of all of your body's cells, and you're right,...

More to good posture than meets the eye.(Body)
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Ask the doc: how to go from part-time to full-time vegetarian.(Q & A)
January 1, 2005... Q: After experimenting with vegetarian eating for a while, I'm ready to go full-time. What's the best way? A: There's never been a better time to switch to a totally meatless diet. Grocery stores and restaurants have more meatless products...

Avoid gum surgery: new technique fights harmful gum disease.(Advertorial)(Advertisement)
January 1, 2005... IF you suffer from periodontitis you now have a proven home-care breakthrough to help you avoid gum surgery, root planing and dentures. Briefly, bacteria (plaque) force the gum to detach from the tooth, forming a pocket. Brushing, flossing...

Low-fat and fabulous! Pop these enticing entrees into one big pot, and relax!
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Crazy for calzones.(Kidz)
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30 minutes: great flavors in these winter recipes--good on any frosty days!(Fast Food)
January 1, 2005... Festive, filling burritos start the day off right, while bright and robust dinners--and a luscious fruit-studded pudding--end it with a bang. These dishes are a perfect antidote to dreary winter weather, not least because they come together so...

Green cuisine: quick and easy meals packed with nutrition--that's what you'll get when you add hot, fragrant greens to your midwinter meals.(5 Ingredients)
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Blowing smoke: the truth: not all logs are created equal. Some are better for air quality, some produce more heat and some have totally unexpected bonuses. How do your logs stack up?(Planet Home)
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Carrot & stick: who walks the walk, who's nothing but talk.(Values)(vegetarianism and environmentalism)
January 1, 2005... CARROT TO The Ford Motor Company for getting more than 8 million tires recycled and then making sure the by-productsare put to good use. For instance, last June, Ford gave a $10,000 grant to a therapeutic riding program for kids at Little...

Cold weather vegetarian: you think you're chilly?!?! Try staying warm and healthy on a vegetarian diet when you work in plant-free Antarctica.(Nature)
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Alert: it's time to expel the junk food lobby from school.(Protest)
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New year's brunch: a make-some/buy-some Southwestern brunch menu that's big on flavor and easy on you.(Easy Entertaining)
January 1, 2005... By the time the major holiday cooking is over and News Year's Day rolls around, I want to have a few friends over but without a lot of fuss. This Southwestern brunch is perfect because it requires minimal cooking. Rounding out the menu...

What's brewing: tea is not only a cozy drink. It has developed a second life as a trendy new "Spice".(Flavors)
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Under-an-hour dinner? How delicious!(Cookbook Club)(Book Review)
January 1, 2005... Fresh Food Fast: Delicious Seasonal Vegetarian Meals in Under an Hour By Peter Berley and Melissa Clark (ReganBooks/HarperCollins, 2004) Fresh Food Fast is a beautifully designed and easy-to-use cookbook that's destined to become a classic....

When three's a crowd.(Cookbook Club)(Vegan Meals for One or Two)(Book Review)
January 1, 2005... Vegan Meals for One or Two By Chef Nancy Berkoff, RD (Vegetarian Resource Group, 2001) Our Reader Reviewer A writer, filmmaker, musician and actress living in Southern California, Robin Raven is a novice cook and a longtime subscriber...

Cozy winter supper: a hearty meal that will warm you, even on the season's coldest days.(Vegan Gourmet)
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You lose, you win: just change 1 meal a day. Replace it with a Superfoods Recipe--and you'll drop pounds and add health. It's that simple!(Diet 2005)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Hungry for a long and healthy life? Scientists probing the connection between diet and longevity don't have an exact recipe yet. But they've identified some foods that definitely belong on the ingredients list. Like tomatoes, Blueberries....

The 7 superfoods.(Diet 2005)
January 1, 2005... 1. Spinach MAIN TARGET AGE-RELATED VISION LOSS WHAT'S KNOWN By the time you turn 65, chances are you'll have lost some vision to cataracts. Unless, like Popeye, you're a spinach fan. Men who eat spinach more than twice a week are...

The superfoods recipes.(Diet 2005)
January 1, 2005... CANCER-FIGHTING ROASTED TOMATO AND RED BELL PEPPER SOUP Serves 4 This vibrant soup has a satisfying, long-simmered taste, and it's loaded with cancer-combating lycopene. Roasting the tomatoes, peppers, onions and garlic...

Does eating vegetables keep you thin? Apparently yes, but it's not a license to binge.(Lose Weight Live Longer)
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Does eating meat make people fat? Looks like it, though the case isn't closed.(Lose Weight Live Longer)
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Fast, flaky, healthy, easy filo. Seriously.
January 1, 2005... Filo, fillo, phyllo. However you spell it, this paper-thin dough casts a spell on people. Its magical property? Expanding into luscious, flaky pastry leaves that are equally good at topping savory or sweet fillings. But filo can be...

Animal farm.
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Clementines: distinct, delicious and amazingly versatile ... and it's unusual for a flavor powerhouse to be so powerfully good for you too.(1 Food 5 Ways)
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Pressure cookers: too hot to handle?(fridge Notes)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Not anymore. Exploding pressure cookers that leave dinner on the ceiling are so yesterday. But what's a pressure cooker anyway? A heavy stainless-steel pot with a lock-on lid that forms an airtight seal. The sealed lid creates pressure which...

Repeat after me.(fridge Notes)(vegetarian diet)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... "NOTHING WILL BENEFIT HUMAN HEALTH AND INCREASE CHANCES FOR SURVIVAL OF LIFE ON EARTH AS MUCH AS THE EVOLUTION TO A VEGETARIAN DIET."

We'll drink to that!(fridge Notes)(freeze leftover wine)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2005... Here's a cool way to enjoy your favorite wines long after the party's over. Simply pour the leftovers into ice cube trays, and freeze. Once the cubes are completely frozen, dump them into a freezer bag, and press out as much air as possible. To...

When snacks attack: by the numbers. (fridge Notes).
January 1, 2005... We crunched the numbers on some popular snacks. How do your favorites stack up? FOOD--FLAVOR BRAND SERVING Bagel--plain Panera 4.75 oz. Candy...