Berries, Berries and More Berries!

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We've made it to the middle, so let's pull ourselves over this hump! :-)

I came across the following list of seven berries we should be eating everyday from Global Healing Center.  The berries listed pack a powerful nutritional punch carrying with them antioxident strength! Berries can be a great topping for oatmeal and enhance any smoothie! So, take a look at the list and add these to your next shopping list!

http://www.globalhealingcenter.com/natural-health/healthy-berries/

VegNews TV: Dining with John Salley

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Happy Monday to you! I love this video with John Salley featuring the restaurant Sun Cafe here in Los Angeles. I have been to Sun Cafe myself and can attest to their delicious dishes! The meals featured in this video are definitely ones you could throw together in your own kitchen for Meatless Monday or any other day of the week! Check it out and information on where to purchase vegan wine is included as well!

Curiosity or Rebellion? - Vegan Teen

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Happy Friday to you!

Today over on Vegiquette, I'm speaking to a mother whose teenage daughter who has been raised vegan since birth, wants to branch out and introduce some meat in her diet.  I give her some advice and try to keep her from going off the deep end!  I would LOVE to get your comments on this one, so please head on over and speak your piece!

http://goodveg.squidoo.com/columns/vegiquette/when-a-born-and-bred-vegan-wants-to-try-meat

Some Sweet Throwbacks!

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When thinking about what to post today - wait- I didn't have to think about it at all! My very dear friend AL, sent me a text telling me I should do something about sweet potatoes today.  He said some people were talking about them this morning on the news.  I LOVE receiving ideas for topics as it gives my brain a break!

Fatty Liver- Delicacy or Torture?

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I must be on a questioning kick these days!  I just find it very interesting to pick people's brains about different issues.  The production of Foie Gras is one that has been a hot button issue for quite sometime amongst animal activists.  I came across a very intersting article on cnn.com about Foie Gras pertaining to the production and controversy surrounding it. 

Questioning A Study

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I came across a very thought-provoking article that discusses a recent study about the differences between young white girls and black girls pertaining to obesity.  I discuss my thoughts on the study over on Frugivore.  I would love to hear your thoughts on this issue, so please head on over and check it out!

http://frugivoremag.com/2012/06/are-researchers-race-baiting-black-childhood-obesity-tests/

What's Your Reason?

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Happy Friday to you!  Over on Vegiquette today I am talking about the recent news about another celebrity touting the vegan cause.  I am also asking you quite a few questions about your reasons about going vegan.  So, head on over and check it out and be sure to leave a comment with your story or thoughts!

http://goodveg.squidoo.com/columns/vegiquette/does-your-reason-for-going-vegan-matter

National Papaya Month

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Did you know it was National Papaya Month?  Nope, I didn't either, but according to an article on cnn.com it is! I went over to the folks at fruitsandveggiesmorematters.org to get some more scoop on this fruit!

Waffles and Hot Chocolate- A Winning Combo

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The following recipe makes me want to have breakfast for dinner!  VegNews delivers the following recipe by way of chef Ayinde Howell.  I happen to L-O-V-E waffles and hot chocolate (sans the milk of course), so this winning combination sounds like pure perfection to me!  Check out the goods!