Monthly Archives: October 2008

The Reality of Circuses

Animals are not ours for entertainment.  Animals do not naturally stand on their heads, balance on balls, jump through rings of fire, or ride bicycles.  To get them to perform these confusing and physically uncomfortable acts, trainers use whips, tight … Continue reading

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Make Sure To Get Your Vitamins

Vitamins are an important part of a healthy lifestyle.  Here are some major vitamins and minerals, why they’re important, and which (vegetarian) foods contain them.   Calcium strengthens bones and teeth, reduces risk of colon cancer, decreases chance of bone loss, … Continue reading

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Skinny B****

Skinny B**** by Rory Freedman and Kim Barnouin is a no-nonsense, straight-forward guide to becoming healthy and losing weight.  The book is entertaining, sassy, and told as it is.  It’s a wake up call to all women who want to … Continue reading

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Old MacDonald’s Factory Farm

Old MacDonald’s Factory Farm by C. David Coates is a great book to check out for anyone who eats meat, has ever eaten meat, or is thinking about becoming vegetarian.  Although the book was written in the late 80′s, much … Continue reading

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Vegan Turtle Mountain Products

Hate to go vegan for fear that you will miss ice cream or other frozen goodies?  No need to worry; you’re covered with Turtle Mountain products.  Everything is dairy-free and organic- the company is considered the Ben and Jerry’s of … Continue reading

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