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Interesting Articles, Fun Facts and Something To Think About



HOW YOUR DIET AFFECTS GLOBAL CLIMATE CHANGE

  • Food accounts for 13% of all Greenhouse Gas emissions.
     
  • Red Meat and dairy are responsible for nearly half of all Greenhouse Gas emissions from food for an average U.S. household.
     
  • Replacing red meat and dairy with chicken, fish or eggs in your diet for one day each week reduces emissions equal to 760 miles per year of driving.
     
  • Switching to vegetables one day per week cuts the equivalent of driving 1160 miles per year.

                     - The Organic Consumers Organization





Some interesting facts to be sure. Let's see what else we can find that may be of interest to those of you who are involved in a vegetarian lifestyle...or for those of you who want to be...



Beets are one of the least utilized root vegetables when it comes to most kitchens. There are a number of beet varieties and as many ways to cook them that can add color and flavor to your table. They're delicious and good for you too. Read more about The Versatile Beet.


The author and publisher of Not-Just-Recipes.com asks

"Do you Eat to Live or Live to Eat?"



The American Institute for Cancer Research provides us with numerous articles as well as recipes. We appreciate their contribution to NJR. This recent article from the AICR speaks to the issue of cancer prevention as it relates to a plant-based diet, and tomatoes in particular. It's a short read and worth the time.

The Verdict on Tomatoes



I received an interesting email the other day. This may be making the circuit so excuse us if you've seen it but I thought it was very interesting and kind of fun too! Check it out here... Fun Facts!


"Need help with motivation for healthy eating?" Check out our friends at Naturally-Healthy-Eating for more great ideas and helpful information about eating well and staying well!





Want to find ways to add more nutritious food to your day? Whether you're a busy Work-At-Home-Mom, a hurried executive or a typical 9-to-5 kind of person, you can use these handy tips to add more fruits and vegetables to your diet.

Check out "Ways To Get More"





This editorial article from "Good Medicine" is an eye-opener!

Where's the Beef?




Here is some great information from diet and
weight loss expert, Anne Collins.

Health Benefits of Vegetarianism




What are organic foods? Natural foods?

Organic or Natural. Does it make a difference?








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