First things first… Congratulations to Molly and Caitlin for winning the two copies of Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows! I hope you both enjoy the book and “pay it forward” by not only lending the book to others, but also encouraging others to question their carnistic beliefs. PS – To be …
Jul
14
Be Careful What You Fish For
Anyone who made it through Biology 101 knows that fish have nerves and brains that sense pain, just like all other animals. Scientists tell us that fish nervous systems closely resemble our own, even including neurotransmitters like endorphins that relieve suffering – of course, the only reason for a nervous system to produce pain killers …
Jul
12
Meatless Monday #37: Mini Burritos
Oh wow, these turned out FANTASTIC! Ingredients: Tortillas Rice and taco seasoning OR some sort of Mexican/Spanish rice Refried beans Soy chorizo (Trader Joe’s is my absolute favorite) OR meatless crumbles and taco seasoning Vegan cheese, like Daiya Red salsa Jalapenos (optional) Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350. 2. Cook rice according to directions. If …
Jul
08
The Great Eight: 8 Foods Every Vegetarian Should Eat
**Don’t forget about the book giveaway! Enter to win by Tues, July 13th** This list of 8 foods every vegetarian should eat was compiled by Vegetarian Times. It is easy to maintain a balanced, nutritious vegetarian diet if you eat the right foods. All of the foods on this list are loaded with one or …
Jul
06
Book Review and GIVEAWAY!
Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows In Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows author Melanie Joy, PhD, introduces us to her doctoral research on a belief system that enables us to eat some animals, but not others – a belief system she calls “carnism.” The book begins with a …
Jul
02
Washington, DC Joins The Meatless Monday Movement!
The City Council of the District of Columbia passed a ceremonial resolution encouraging city residents to “abstain from animal products on Mondays.” Not just meat, but all animal products. Nice. This victory for farmed animals was helped along by the fine people at Compassion Over Killing. And because I like this resolution so much, here …
