Vegetarian Times articles from October 2002

Vegetarian Times archives from October 2002

An organic experience. (editor's note).
October 1, 2002... Like this month's Contributing Editor Sarah Belk King ("Earth Candy," p. 62), I am an unabashed spud nut who loves Irish potatoes in all their glorious forms, from mashed to baked to french fried. My southern counterpart Sarah "was weaned on...

I am writing in response to Staci Bogdan ("Letters," July 2002) who asked, "Just who do you think your readers are?" (letters).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... I am writing in response to Staci Bogdan ("Letters," July 2002) who asked, "Just who do you think your readers are?" I have been a reader since 1992. After reviewing several issues, my mother and my sister, who is a professional chef, are also...

Vegan marshmallows. (letters).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... To complement this month's feature about sweet potatoes, VT Food Editor Alexandra Greeley created this recipe for agar-agar marshmallows, sure to please vegans and nonvegans alike. A seaweed product from Asia, agar-agar acts like gelatin as a...

Correction. (letters).(Correction Notice)
October 1, 2002... In the Fava Bean Cakes recipe (August 2002, p. 21), in step 1, we omitted adding the 3 Tbs. flour to the fava beans, eggs and other ingredients in the food processor. We apologize for the error.

Run for your life. (scoop).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Vigorous exercise may be the newest strategy for warding off cancer. Over a 10-year period, researchers at West Texas A&M University and The Cooper Institute of Dallas studied the health of more than 25,000 adult males, determining that those...

Berry good news. (scoop).(health benefits of black raspberries)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... We all know black raspberries taste great--think yogurt, pies and sorbet--but a study by Ohio State University's Comprehensive Cancer Center suggests that these juicy gems may also thwart colon cancer. Black raspberries are richer in...

Victory at C. (scoop).(research on vitamin supplements)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... After years of silence on the subject, the prestigious Journal of The American Medical Association (JAMA) in its June 19, 2002 issue, has announced that it is "prudent for adults to take vitamin supplements" to help prevent disease. Reporting...

Couch tater tots. (scoop).(inactive children and television viewing)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Tots who have TVs in their bedrooms have a 30 percent greater likelihood of being obese than those who can't watch cartoons or other programs before falling asleep. A study of 2,700 preschoolers, published in the June 2002 issue of Pediatrics,...

Juicy fruit. (scoop).(health benefits of vitamin C)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... People with coronary heart disease might want to grab another glass of OJ with their breakfast. A study by Ling Liu and his colleagues at Hunan Medical University in China finds that vitamin C may play a significant role in countering the...

Hope for HRT users. (scoop).(hormone replacement therapy)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... The six million American women who until midsummer were taking hormone replacement therapy (HRT) need not despair. There's still hope for those seeking relief from the symptoms of menopause. In July 2002, the National Institutes of Health (NIH)...

Something to chew on. (scoop).(increasing obesity in Americans)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Eating more fruit but still eating too much fat? Exercising every week but still tipping the scales? A report by the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) published in May 2002 reveals that excess weight in people over 50 can negate...

A banana a day? (scoop).(benefits of potassium in diet)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Want to cut your risk of osteoporosis? Eat more bananas, melons, potatoes and other potassium-rich foods. That's the conclusion of a study conducted by Deborah Sellmeyer, MD, an adjunct professor at the University of California at San...

Hooray for hawthorne. (scoop).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Individuals taking an extract of hawthorne, a European herb used to treat circulatory and respiratory problems since the early 1800s, experienced "a promising reduction" in blood pressure in a study of 36 individuals conducted by the University...

Pumpkin passion. (goods).(pumpkinseed oil)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... If you're looking for a seasonal cooking oil, try Rapunzel's Pumpkinseed Oil. Or use it as a dipping oil with country crust bread. The cold-pressed oil ($13.99/8.4 oz.) is certified organic and unrefined to retain its natural, full flavor....

Garden fresh. (goods).(vegetable lasagne)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Check out the latest in the lineup from Amy's Kitchen: Amy's Garden Vegetable Lasagna. Made with rice pasta, this lasagna is filled with creamy ricotta blended with a mixture of organic vegetables and covered with a light tomato sauce. This...

Easy entertaining. (goods).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... When hosting holiday parties, serve Nancy's Specialty Foods' gourmet appetizers. Try the Mushroom Turnovers (12 per package/$3.99), filled with fresh, sauteed mushrooms and onions wrapped in a cream cheese pastry. Or serve the Florentine Puffs...

Sugar meets spice. (goods).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Meet the first energy bar to satisfy those without a sweet tooth: Mojo Bar. These dairy-free treats from Clif Bar ($1.59) are made with all-natural ingredients, including whole nuts, organic pretzel pieces, soy nuts and organic honey. And...

Refresher course. (goods).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Introducing the first single-serve flavored milk from Horizon Organic. The reduced-fat milks (99 cents/8 oz.) are available in four flavors: Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry and Plain. Complement a cold serving of milk with a large, single-serve...

Grab and go. (goods).(Brief Article)
October 1, 2002... Eliminate hunger and still lose weight with new ready-to-drink Keto Shakes by Life Services. Available in Chocolate or Vanilla, each sugar- and lactose-free shake is packed with 20 grams of protein and only 2 to 3 grams of carbs per serving....

30-minute recipes. (fastfood).
October 1, 2002... Cheddar Cornmeal Waffles SERVES 4 TO 5 30 MINUTES OR LESS Inspired by the Southwest, these wholesome and temperate waffles can turn fiery with plenty of hot pepper sauce and a salsa containing smoky chipotle chiles. 3 large...

Rise & dine: breaking the fast with Mollie Katzen's cooking.
October 1, 2002... Rise and dine, America, If Mollie Katzen has anything to do with it, we will be waking up to a new way to breakfast with the publication of her Mollie Katzen's Sunlight Cafe cookbook. Katzen, whose 1977 Moosewood Cookbook helped inspire an...

Fighting the effects of aging: diet, exercise and supplements keep cells fit. (Healthy Lifestyles).
October 1, 2002... With a history of heart disease no her father's side of the family, Pamela Peeke, MD, MPH, has a vested interest in staying healthy as she grows older. The chance that she might develop medical problems in the future prompted her to study...

Cutting-edge cuisine: the third edition of our 2002 Cutting-edge Cuisine section features contemporary Southern dishes from the Heart of Dixie. (Special Advertising Section).
October 1, 2002... The budding chefs at Culinard, The Culinary Institute of Virginia College in Birmingham, Alabama, are learning the three secrets to success: Keep it local; keep it seasonal; and keep it fresh. Under the master eye of Dean Jill Bosich, CEC,...

The monster in the side yard: kudzu, like nature, will never be tamed. (first person).
October 1, 2002... "October is the year come to harvest," wrote nature columnist Hal Borland of The New York Times, "in the barn, in the mow, in the root cellar, the jam closet, the cold pantry." Below the Mason Dixon Line, October is also "the year come to...