Posted on March 12th, 2012 by jourdan
In case you are new to the idea of reducing your meat intake, let me give you two big reasons it’s a good idea.
1. Americans consume 8 ounces of meat a day, 45% more than recommended by the USDA. Reduce your risk of heart disease and all kinds of other diseases.
2. Reduces the carbon footprint. It takes a lot of energy to produce meat, especially the factory farm kind.
Start a campaign for Meatless Monday at your office, school or wherever. It’s easy. You can even download a toolkit from Meatless Monday. Come on, do it, everyone is!
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Posted on March 8th, 2012 by jourdan
Posted on February 27th, 2012 by jourdan
Being a vegetarian or vegan 10 years ago may have had limited choices. Now that it’s becoming a commonplace diet, people are perfecting tasty ways to tease your taste buds. One person doing that is Laura Theodore with Jazzy Vegetarian. With these recipes you’ll forget all about meat…at least for Meatless Monday! Most times people want to eat healthier and make better food choices, but don’t know how. With Jazzy Vegetarian you can create full menu plans or just rotate in some dishes during the week. You can also catch the Jazzy Vegetarian on radio and TV. Every Wednesday at 1PM EST on Blogtalkradio or on Public Television. Just check your local listings. Pick up the book at www.bookpubco.com. I’m going to make Zucchini Fettuccine with Fresh Tomato Salsa for dinner, what about you?
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Posted on February 9th, 2012 by jourdan
by Izzy Woods
When you get annoyed at the litter thrown from a vehicle at a stop light or at the teenager who misses the garbage bin in the park when he discards his cola flavored drink can, who is really to blame? Is it the individual who committed the crime or the government for failing to educate and action simple laws?
Whether you should spend the morning on your new organic latex mattress weighing up the options or get to your computer to send a letter off to the President, you do have to think about where the blame exists.
Consider the facts
Has the government issued enough laws to tackle the sources of emissions of both greenhouse and ozone depleting gases?
Have they really added their support to the need for low emission finishes for building materials, carpets and household and business furnishings?
Do you still see diesel trucks polluting your city or town? It makes you wonder how some manage to get around the vehicle emission laws and still maintain a substantial presence on the roads and open spaces where our children walk and play. Read more »
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Posted on February 6th, 2012 by jourdan
I went to SunPower Cafe again yesterday. I can’t stay away from kale!! But you’ve heard all about my kale obsession, so on to other Meatless Monday options. What about just going back to some good comfort food like grilled cheese and tomato soup? That is so simple and so so delicious. I usually give you some recipe or something that takes a little effort. This is pretty effortless and under 10 minutes. A couple of ways I like to spice up my grilled cheese sometimes is by adding either spicy or honey mustard between the bread. Gives it a kick. I have also added tomatoes. Those are easy ways to spice a plain jane cheddar sandwich. You can always get fancy and play with your selection of cheeses. A little brie here, a little swiss there. Maybe add granny smith apples, onions or pesto. I can’t imagine what wouldn’t taste good with melted cheese. Try some combinations. Do a taster platter! Now I’m hungry!
…ignore the meat ones!! 
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