Vegetarian Times articles from October 2005

Vegetarian Times archives from October 2005

How to (almost) finish your to-do list.(Editorial)
October 1, 2005... Every fall, every first of the month, sometimes every Monday, I throw out my scribbly, half-crossed-out to-do list and create a fresh new version, filled with have-tos, ought-tos and want-tos. Of course, by the time I get it all transcribed I'm...

Question of the month: if you could magically make someone a vegetarian, who would it be and why?
October 1, 2005... GEORGE BUSH Maybe it would give him a little more respect for life. Diana Badly Via email Maybe he would be kinder if he had a better understanding of animals and the torture they endure when being prepared for a meal....

Slash and burn.(Brazilian rain forests)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Destruction of Brazil's Amazon rain forest--from giant trees to brilliant anthuriums, left--is proceeding at near-record levels despite President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's promises to reduce it. More than 10,000 square miles--about six...

Bad blood.(toxic pollutants in babies)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Blood samples from 10 babies born in US hospitals during August and September 2004 show the presence of toxic pollutants including mercury, fire retardants and pesticides, according to a study released in July 2005 by the Environmental Working...

Fat gap.(obesity of the rich Americans is on the rise)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Often regarded as a problem of the poor, obesity is soaring among Americans who are making more than $60,000 a year. While low-income people still tend to weigh more, the affluent are rapidly closing the fat gap, researchers from the University...

Unfriendly skies.(airlines to report Department of Transportation about pets)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... As of June 15, 2005, US airlines have been required by federal law to report to the US Department of Transportation how many pets are killed, lost or injured on their flights. "Until then, companion animals that were harmed in flight were...

Sodium connection.(salty diet puts girls at risk of osteoporosis in later life)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... A high-salt diet weakens the bones of girls as young as 10 to 15 and puts them at risk of osteoporosis in later life, according to research published in April 2005 in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. At Camp Calcium, a Purdue...

Forget-me-not.(native wildflowers on the verge of extinction in England)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Nearly 20 percent of England's native wildflowers face extinction--a figure so high that it shocked British botanists when it was released in May 2005. Nearly 350 species are endangered, including the corn buttercup and almost 80 other...

Vessels of health.(Mediterranean-style diet for a healthy life)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Start a Mediterranean-style diet--one rich in fruits, vegetables, grains, nuts, seeds and healthful fats, such as olive oil--add regular exercise and expect your blood vessels to be healthier in only eight weeks. Study participants--38 adults...

36.5 billion dollars.(statistics of cost incurred in treating obesity linked diseases)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... 36.5 BILLION DOLLARS: WHAT AMERICAN SPENT TO BATTLE OBESITY-LINKED ILLNESSES IN 2002, UP FROM JUST $3.6 BILLION IN 1987 --Kenneth Thorpe, Emory University

An orchard in your freezer.(Stahlbush Island Farms)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Sample summer fruit all winter long with frozen goodies from Stahlbush Island Farms. The company grows produce on a family farm in Oregon using sustainable, environmentally friendly practices, then quick-freezes and bags it. With choices such...

Spooky sweets.(chocolate Bat Bar)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Who can resist a Halloween party when even the chocolate is in costume? These adorable ladybug truffles are a must, and your guests can bite into a dark chocolate Bat Bar knowing that 10 percent of the profits support endangered species. Pass...

Gluten-free goodies.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... As many as 1 in 133 people suffer from celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder that is treated with a gluten-free diet. And many others just can't tolerate gluten. In honor of Celiac Awareness Month, we suggest these safe products. Enjoy! A...

Doctor's burgers.(Tex Mex patties)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Looking for a delicious veggie burger that's truly packed with veggies? We were thrilled to discover these Tex Mex patties--you can taste the yummy goodness of carrots, black beans, spinach, peas, broccoli, chickpeas, corn and more. The vegan...

Scents-ibility.
October 1, 2005... Light up your living room with these clean-burning candles--they contain no paraffin (a petroleum product) or animal products. Soy wax is biodegradable and burns more slowly than paraffin wax so the candles last and last. In scents such as...

The good guys.(donations from food companies)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Many of the companies that we write about routinely give to good causes. Check out what we've found recently. Charitable Cuisine Now you can enjoy the foods of Southeast Asia while helping the region rebuild from last year's...

Ask the nutritionist: is there anything new in whole grains?
October 1, 2005... Q: I know that whole grains are really good for me, but I'm bored with my usual oatmeal and rice dishes. What are some other ones I can try? A: There are plenty of choices beyond what most of us consider the basics--usually whole...

Stuff it! Simple ingredients raise vegetables to new heights.
October 1, 2005... There is an unmistakable charm about stuffed vegetables. After all, who can resist the "Surprise inside" factor of dipping a fork into the center of a stuffed squash or removing the top from a flavor-loaded tomato? Plus, stuffing vegetables...

Lickety-split lentils: quick and easy recipes that are tasty, healthy and a total bargain!
October 1, 2005... Lentils are such lovable little things. For starters, one cup of cooked lentils has 18 grams of protein and more fiber (15.6 grams) than seven slices of whole wheat bread. And lentils lord it over their dried bean relatives when it comes to...

A plentiful pantry: stocking up means there's always a meal at the ready.
October 1, 2005... Nothing makes cooking easier than a well-stocked kitchen. Items such as seasoned baked tofu can be used straight from the package to add oomph to pasta. Meatless burgers are a great addition to entrees; just keep them in the freezer until you...

Kitchen envy: caterers at my house? Probably not.
October 1, 2005... A magazine assignment recently took me to the lavish home of a well-to-do couple living on a bluff overlooking Maryland's Severn River. When we had finished the interview, they graciously offered to give me a tour of the red brick, custom-built...

Carrot & stick: who walks the walk, who's nothing but talk.
October 1, 2005... CARROT TO Apple Computer, Inc., for offering free recycling of iPod music players at retail stores. The offer, announced on June 3, 2005, comes in response to pressure from environmentalists behind the Computer TakeBack Campaign. In its...

Alert: come late October, body care products might not carry the "USDA Organic" label.(life: PROTEST)
October 1, 2005... The disappearance of the green-and-white logo doesn't mean that the shampoo, lip balm or skin cream you love has been reformulated to include a lot of scary synthetic chemicals. Odds are, your favorite product is as pure as ever. All that will...

Not-so-scary sweet stuff.(vegetarian candy)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Determined to give kids vegetarian candy this Halloween? No problem. There are lots of vegan choices available, as you can see from the following list. Airheads taffy Biow Pops Charms lollipops Chick-o-Sticks Cracker Jack Dots...

"A" is for apple.(varieties)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... "A" is for Apple Crunch 'em, candy 'em or cook with 'em, these lesser-known apple varieties are worth a try. Apple What it's good for Braeburn Crisp and juicy Aussie native that is sweet enough ...

Repeat after me.(vegetarian diet and its influence)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... "Unusual things can happen after a switch to a vegetarian diet. I've seen people break out in violent attacks of good health, followed by bouts of physical exercise and sweet thoughts." --Author unknown

Q: Are there any cool kitchen tools that I might have missed?(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... A: Our faves: the Silpat and the Microplane grater. Both have been around for a few years, but if you haven't fstried them yet, you'll flip when you do. The Silpat is every baker's dream: a rubbery silicone-coated mat that absolutely...