All Discussions Tagged 'health' - Animal Rights Zone2024-03-29T08:57:55Zhttps://arzone.ning.com/forum/topic/listForTag?tag=health&feed=yes&xn_auth=noUS News & World Report: Vegan Diets Surging in Popularitytag:arzone.ning.com,2012-07-24:4715978:Topic:1046262012-07-24T20:39:31.714ZTim Gierhttps://arzone.ning.com/profile/TimGier
<p><span class="font-size-3" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Me, Give Up Meat? Vegan Diets Surging in Popularity</span></p>
<p><span class="font-size-3" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://health.usnews.com/health-news/articles/2012/07/24/me-give-up-meat-vegan-diets-surging-in-popularity" target="_blank">The pros (and a few cons) of choosing a vegan diet…</a></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-3">Me, Give Up Meat? Vegan Diets Surging in Popularity</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-3"><a href="http://health.usnews.com/health-news/articles/2012/07/24/me-give-up-meat-vegan-diets-surging-in-popularity" target="_blank">The pros (and a few cons) of choosing a vegan diet</a></span></p>
<div class="byline"><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-3">Vegan diets have lately been surging in popularity, thanks in part to the example of celebrities who are publicly forswearing all animal products (Michelle Pfeiffer, Carrie Underwood, Russell Brand, and Ozzy Osbourne, to name a few others). Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi have announced plans to open a vegan restaurant in Los Angeles. Vegan-centric books have been flying off the shelf, including Alicia Silverstone's The Kind Diet and The Engine 2 Diet by Texas firefighter and triathlete Rip Esselstyn, son of retired Cleveland Clinic physician Caldwell Esselstyn, whose research on the merits of plant-based eating inspired Bill Clinton. Vegan food trucks are making the rounds, schools are instituting meat-free days, and colleges are opening vegan dining halls.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-3">While many vegans still take the stand because they believe in animal rights, a growing number are swayed by mounting research showing a profound impact on health. "It's dramatic," says Neal Barnard, a nutrition researcher and adjunct professor of medicine at the George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C., and president of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, a nonprofit group that promotes preventive medicine.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-3">Did you know one of nature’s most effective moisturisers can be found in your very own kitchen? Yes beauty addicts – the organic avocado is an ideal chemical-free moisturiser for the face, hair and eye area and is a staple part of my own beauty routine. This humble fruit contains a nourishing and extremely deep penetrating oil, is rich in vitamins A, D and E, lecithin and potassium, commonly known as the youth mineral. Sound good?<span id="more-3061"></span></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-3">The avocado is a true beauty superfood – the sterolins it contains can help reduce age spots, regenerate and rejuvenate the skin and even help heal sun damage and scars. You can benefit from applying avocado topically or consuming it raw or as an oil which will moisturise the skin from within.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-3">Studies have also shown including avocado oil regularly in the diet significantly increases levels of collagen, a protein which gives skin an appearance of firmness and smoothness which we gradually lose as we get older.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-3">Avocado oil is also easily absorbed into deep tissue, making it an ideal moisturiser for mature skins and those who suffer from psoriasis or eczema. Some even use the oil as a sunscreen! The best part is avocados don’t clog the skin’s pores, which is great for those who suffer from breakouts.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-3">Speaking of spots, avocado and avocado oil can work well to prevent the inflammation of the sebaceous glands, a common cause of acne. It can also remove excess sebum on the skin, unclog hair follicles and remove dead skin cells – all without any side effects.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-3">It's important to remember to choose the right avocado – it should be ripe otherwise it will be difficult to mash and challenging for the beneficial ingredients to penetrate the skin.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-3">Simply take thin slices of organic avocado from the fridge and apply to under the eye. Lay back for 20 minutes – bliss! This is a wonderful way to reduce puffiness.</span></p>
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</div> An Important Research Opportunitytag:arzone.ning.com,2012-06-06:4715978:Topic:1001162012-06-06T21:37:13.801ZTim Gierhttps://arzone.ning.com/profile/TimGier
<p>Fellow vegetarians and vegans, I am writing to announce an exciting opportunity for vegetarian and vegan fathers to participate in an important research study. There will be little work involved; participants will be interviewed confidentially about their experiences as men and fathers.</p>
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<p>William Marsiglio Ph. D., Professor of Sociology in the Department of Sociology and Criminology & Law at the University of Florida (Gainesville) is the early stages of…</p>
<p>Fellow vegetarians and vegans, I am writing to announce an exciting opportunity for vegetarian and vegan fathers to participate in an important research study. There will be little work involved; participants will be interviewed confidentially about their experiences as men and fathers.</p>
<p>Here are the details:</p>
<p>William Marsiglio Ph. D., Professor of Sociology in the Department of Sociology and Criminology & Law at the University of Florida (Gainesville) is the early stages of starting a new project concerning the intersection of the health of men who are fathers and their own children’s health. Dr. Marsiglio’s research will entail interviewing (in person or electronically) a wide range of fathers (some very healthy – others not) and fathers of children (some who are very healthy – to others who have chronic health problems). As one part of this project, Dr. Marsiglio wants to explore any special concerns, challenges, or opportunities facing fathers who consider themselves vegetarian or vegan as well as how a father’s life choices may affect his children, their choices, their health and their lives.</p>
<p>How you can help:</p>
<p>Are you a (or do you know of any) father living in the US who has children 24 years of age or younger who lives as a vegetarian or vegan? (Father and children may be of any health status.) If you are, and would be willing to help Dr. Marsiglio in this important research, please contact him directly by email at: <a href="mailto:marsig@soc.ufl.edu" target="_blank">marsig@ufl.edu</a> or by telephone at: <a target="_blank">352-256-3046</a>. If you contact Dr. Marsiglio by email, please indicate how many children you have, their ages, and their gender (# each of sons/daughters).</p>
<p>Fathers selected for inclusion in the study, will be interviewed for about 1 – 2 hours and will receive $30 after completion.</p>
<p>Please <a title="Healthy Dads, Healthy Kids" href="http://timgier.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/healthy-dads-healthy-kids-flyer-marsiglio.pdf" target="_blank">see the attached flyer</a> for other information.</p>
<p>Thank you!</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Here's <a href="http://web.clas.ufl.edu/users/marsig/nurturing_dads_description.html" target="_blank">Dr. Marsiglio's latest book</a>:</p>
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<p></p> Ten Herbs To Improve The Health Of Catstag:arzone.ning.com,2012-05-10:4715978:Topic:953632012-05-10T11:47:16.013ZCarolyn Baileyhttps://arzone.ning.com/profile/CarolynBailey
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-3">Even if you don’t have a green thumb, herbs tend to be easy to grow and are worth the minimal effort. And the bonus is, you can grow some for your own cooking pot, too.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-3">Ah, the king of cat herbs. <a href="http://www.care2.com/greenliving/5-must-know-catnip-facts.html" target="_blank">Catnip</a> is beloved by felines the world over, and for good reason, it makes them very happy. It’s sort of like an after work cocktail for cats, relieving them of stress and nervousness. Also, if your cat is always scratching, and seems to have itchy skin, a catnip “tea bath” can soothe kitty’s skin.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-3">If your cat doesn’t react to catnip, then cat thyme may just be you and your cat’s best friend. That is, if you can withstand its awful odor. Cat thyme has the same soothing effects as catnip, with the attendant feelings of contentment. And everyone loves a content cat. If you do go for cat thyme, however, you may want to pot a few plants, as they are very slow growing.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-3">This pungent herb is best known for helping people to relax and get a good night’s sleep. Not so for Mr. Whiskers. Valerian works as a stimulant on cats; good for transforming lazy, fat cats into exercise machines. Pair this with the fact that cats actually like eating the plant and you’ve got the perfect formula for a healthy, furry feline.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-3">While not quite the right combination (or the right amount of herbs) for a Simon and Garfunkel song, the oil from these three herbs have soothing properties and act as natural insect repellents. If your cat has <a href="http://www.care2.com/greenliving/safe-flea-repellents-for-cats.html" target="_blank">fleas</a> or is intensely scratching itself, any one (or a combination of all three) can help boost your flea treatment. The most common application for these herbs is in the form of a bath. (Note: Pennyroyal may be harmful or fatal if swallowed, so do not leave the herb lying around where the cat may get to it.)</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-3">Not only does it taste good to your cat, licorice root is good for you, too. As a natural cortisone, licorice root can be used to soothe itchy kitties with allergies, endocrine (the endocrine gland affects metabolism, growth and mood) and digestive issues, as well as respiratory problems like colds, since it soothes mucus membranes. Other benefits of the licorice root include blood cleansing and anti-inflammatory properties, so it can be very useful for cats with arthritis.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-3">Both of these herbs are good for you and your cat. A tincture made out of dandelion root and cat’s claw can help with itching for cats, especially those with allergies, as it contains natural cortisone. If kitty is trying to watch her figure, try making her a salad with dandelion leaves.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-3">No, this isn’t the title of a new James Bond film, but an herb that’s useful for your cat. Goldenseal can be used as a natural disinfectant on wounds, and, in conjunction with saline, may help shrink swollen eyes due to infections and allergies.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-3">Of course, with any treatment, herbal or otherwise, make sure you consult your vet prior to treatment. You can also check in with your local holistic pet store for advice, and read our <a href="http://www.care2.com/greenliving/growing-a-home-garden-for-your-pet.html" target="_blank">how-to guide for growing an indoor or outdoor herb garden</a>. Like you, your cat should benefit from these natural wellness boosters, but only under professional supervision. Happy herb growing.</span></p>
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</div> Meet Shaun Durrance , Vegan since birth and now father to one vegan ...tag:arzone.ning.com,2012-04-14:4715978:Topic:913152012-04-14T23:06:05.356ZTim Marshallhttps://arzone.ning.com/profile/TimMarshall
<p><a href="http://www.theveganwoman.com/vegan-since-birth-meet-shaun-durrance/">http://www.theveganwoman.com/vegan-since-birth-meet-shaun-durrance/</a></p>
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<p>please read and discuss , do you know any other vegans since birth ? we need more of these articles and lots of video interviews as the fear of long term sustainability issues with the health and social aspects of veganism scares some people and particularly parents off considering veganism..</p>
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<p>"Vegan Since Birth: Meet Shaun Durrance</p>
<p>Posted in: Vegan Family | April 14, 2012 at 1:56 pmNo comments<br/>Remember those ads on TV in the 80s which insisted that every child must have at least 3 serves of dairy per day in order to prevent children’s bones from crumbling into chalky nothingness? Remember as a result, guzzling down litres of milk, eating cheese sandwiches for lunch and a tub of yogurt or a custard cup for a snack and some ice cream for dessert after macaroni and cheese for dinner? Remember how most people thought that being vegetarian somehow meant that you ate fish (maybe even ham or chicken) and the only thing in a restaurant that didn’t actually contain meat were fries but even they were cooked in tallow most of the time?</p>
<p>Do you remember how it felt like growing up as a vegan in those days? No…? Well, I know somebody who does.</p>
<p>I would like you to meet 30 year old, Shaun Durrance who was raised vegan in the 80s/90s and has been vegan from birth. Shaun is the success story that every vegan parent longs to hear: you can raise a well adjusted vegan child who is compassionate, yet still fits into the mainstream world.</p>
<p><br/>Shaun in his childhood years</p>
<p>Shaun’s mother turned vegetarian at age 16 and became vegan not long before becoming pregnant. She felt no anxiety regarding the adequacy of the vegan diet in pregnancy because she ate a balanced diet, ensuring she was getting plenty of protein as well as taking B12 supplements and kelp tablets. She sought a homebirth doctor whom was supportive of her vegan lifestyle and was recommended to her by friends. She did, indeed give birth to a healthy baby boy.</p>
<p>Vegan parents often get accused of taking choices away from their children by not allowing them to consume animal products and we all get asked what we will do if our children all of a sudden want to try steak. It’s true – not every single child who is raised vegan will stay vegan, but raising a child with compassionate values is more likely to have the outcome that we hope for: a person who is sensitive to his/ her environment and is filled with compassion and awareness towards all living beings.</p>
<p>For Shaun, growing up in the 80s and 90s as a vegan, where vegan food was scarce and basically unheard of did not result in resentment toward veganism, in fact, Shaun says that he can remember as far back as 3 understanding what it meant to be vegan and remembers explaining where gelatine came from to his classmates in prep. Shaun can also pinpoint when it was that he began to take ownership of his veganism as his own choice. The curiosity that generally kills the cat, this time, did not kill the cat but actually revived it. When Shaun tried milk chocolate at the age of 13, he started to think about where the milk in the chocolate came from and from then on made a conscious decision for himself not to consume anything that harms animals.</p>
<p>Bullying and being picked on is another area of concern that is an issue for vegans and non-vegans alike. I know I have spent my fair share of time wondering whether my child will be a target for bullies or if she will be isolated just because she is vegan and I have certainly had many well-meaning people express their concern on the matter. For Shaun however, although he got asked plenty of questions about his diet/lifestyle, there were no feelings of isolation it was just one aspect of his life, not the be all and end all; aside from veganism he was otherwise just like any child. His hobbies included basketball, video games, woodworking and cooking and he enjoyed going to the beach and parks. At birthday parties, his mother always made certain there was something for him, even if it was just a bun with a pickle and tomato at McDonald’s parties.</p>
<p><br/>Shaun and his gorgeous vegan baby girl Katarina</p>
<p>Mostly, his friends felt uncomfortable eating meat around him rather than him feeling uncomfortable eating vegan in front of them. People did sometimes try to pick on him about his veganism but he quite enjoyed debating with them! Bullying was never a significant issue to the degree that he feared attending school. There was only one incident where a child tried to force cheese into Shaun’s mouth but mostly it was just annoying questions like ‘if you were in the desert and would starve if you didn’t eat the lizard. Would you eat it?’</p>
<p>Shaun these days is married to the lovely Patricia, also vegan, and they have a beautiful daughter Katarina, almost 3 who is also being raised vegan. Clearly Shaun wasn’t overly traumatised by his vegan upbringing if he has chosen to pass it down to the next generation. Shaun has never been malnourished, has never broken a bone despite many falls in sport and doesn’t believe that the anxiety in the public regarding raising vegan children is warranted. Shaun says he was given balanced meals – the key to optimum nutrition.</p>
<p>So based on our live specimen Shaun, I think all of us vegan parents can sleep well tonight knowing that veganism will not result in our children’s bones crumbling and they will not be social outcasts because of it! If Shaun’s mum could raise a well adjusted vegan child/ren in the 80s and 90s, then we all have a very good chance with all the knowledge, awareness, products and support we have these days. We truly are living in good times where veganism is evolving and coming into the mainstream. The future for our vegan children is bright."</p>
<p></p> Why I Am a Vegan ~ Dr. Will Tuttletag:arzone.ning.com,2012-02-16:4715978:Topic:828962012-02-16T04:21:11.198ZCarolyn Baileyhttps://arzone.ning.com/profile/CarolynBailey
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<p style="text-align: center;"><br/> <span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-3">If our only motivation for not eating animal foods is our own health, it's easy to “cheat” a little here and there and pretty soon go back to eating them again. </span><br/> <br/> <span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-3">When our motivation is based on compassion, it is deep and lasting, because we understand that our actions have direct consequences on others who are vulnerable. </span><br/> <br/> <span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;" class="font-size-3">May all beings be free and at peace, Will </span></p>
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</div> Great News To Share, from Dr. Will Tuttletag:arzone.ning.com,2012-01-14:4715978:Topic:773402012-01-14T03:27:33.254ZCarolyn Baileyhttps://arzone.ning.com/profile/CarolynBailey
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<p style="text-align: left;"><br></br>On January 23rd an epic week-long online wellness event called Rawpalooza is being offered -- I am a featured presenter, along with over 40 leaders in health, diet, wellness, and conscious vegan living.<br></br><br></br>They include Gary Null, Charlotte Gerson, Jameth Sheridan, Cherie Soria, Bo…</p>
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<p style="text-align: left;"><br/>On January 23rd an epic week-long online wellness event called Rawpalooza is being offered -- I am a featured presenter, along with over 40 leaders in health, diet, wellness, and conscious vegan living.<br/><br/>They include Gary Null, Charlotte Gerson, Jameth Sheridan, Cherie Soria, Bo Rinaldi, Victoria Boutenko, Brenda Davis, Doug Graham, Storm Talifero, and many more.<br/><br/>This could be the most important online vegan health event of the year, and will have a lot of inspiration to help all of us dispel the corporate delusions and reclaim our peace, joy, vitality, and inner power.<br/><br/>You can find out more and sign up at <a href="http://nanacast.com/vp/105648/103192/">http://nanacast.com/vp/105648/103192/</a><br/><br/>This program is just launching now, and there is an early-bird special I suggest you consider taking advantage of.<br/><br/>You can check it out here -- <a href="http://nanacast.com/vp/105648/103192/">http://nanacast.com/vp/105648/103192/</a><br/><br/>This event is going to offer wonderful insights on many levels. Don't miss it. The timing is perfect as our culture continues to awaken to the deeper truths that have been covered up for too long.<br/><br/>To your health, and to the happiness of all living beings,<br/><br/>Dr. Will Tuttle</p>
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