Vegetarian

Vegetarian is a lifestyle choice revolving primarily around eating plant-based foods to the exclusion of meat for reasons that include health, respect for animals, and concern for the environment. A vegetarian might consume some animal products, but nothing with “legs.”

There is a growing awareness that producing animals for food has environmental implications. With the growing awareness around eco implications, societal response now commonly promotes vegetarian philosophies on t-shirts and bumper stickers.

A recent book, The China Study, perhaps unintentionally backs the long held idea by vegetarians that a meatless diet may have health benefits. Results of a 35-year study of 8,000 people in China in 65 counties, tells how degenerative illness was virtually reversed or eliminated with a maximum of 7% animal foods in the diet.

For those seeking to test out or expand their vegetarian lifestyle, there are many recipes from simple to complex, to tempt the palate.

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Latest blogosphere posts tagged “Vegetarian”

• Pickpockets on prowl among Sabarimala pilgrims

  
  Thaindian News — Authority: 710
  Sabarimala (Kerala), Nov 21 (IANS) The annual Sabarimala pilgrimage season has just begun and the pickpockets already seem to be having a field day among the throng of devotees. Police have received several complaints from pilgrims of purses being filched in the last few days.Sashidran Panicker, police sub inspector ...
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• Palak(Spinach) Chappathi

  
  iCookiPost — Authority: 110
   Spinach (Palak) is very nutritious and good for health. It is a very good source of iron. My daughter likes this green chappathi  and you can have this with any type of vegetable curry. We had this with bhindi masala and it tastes great. If you are one of those amateur cooks who do not [...] Rating: 0.0/ 5 ( ...
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• Planning a Vegetarian Thanksgiving

  
  Non-Toxic Kids — Authority: 491
  One way many families are cutting back their food budgets is by eating less meat. Meat costs a lot, utilizes way more natural resources in its production, and can be bad for us. For me, a vegetarian of 18 years (that makes me sound OLD), it comes naturally by now. Thank goodness, because I dont think our budget could ...
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• 3 Ways to Have Hot Raw Vegan Meals

  
  Fitness Equipment Solutions — Authority: 139
  Hot raw food, although it might sound like an oxymoron there are in fact a few ways to prepare a raw meal such that it is hot, or at least warm. Hot food can still be considered raw due to the fact that the enzymes in food dont break down until food is heated beyond 115F. So if you are getting tired of raw smoothies ...
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• Rice Matters: Brown Dhansaak Rice

  
  Indian Food Rocks — Authority: 117
  The official line is that I was giving you guys a break from my almost daily postings in October; but, in reality, I was perfecting The Art of Whining. I whined mainly about too much work that led to too much pain. I am still in pain and have already started complaining about how I will miss the start of the ski ...
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• The Traveling Vegetarian – Vlog 24

  
  The Traveling Vegetarian — Authority: 107
  Today I talk about my trip to Portland, new vegan offerings in Nashville (Fiddle Cakes and The Wild Cow), Robert Cheeke, working out, etc.
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• People from a Bus in London

  
  A Life (Time) of Cooking — Authority: 408
  The lovely Aparna from My Diverse Kitchen graciously asked me to write a guest post for her My Kitchen Cafe series. I can’t describe to you how delighted I was! If you haven’t seen it yet, feel free to pop on over, read the post ( People from a Bus in London ) and explore her wonderful site . Oh there is a ...
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• Thanksgiving recipe: Indian pudding

  
  THE RAMBLING EPICURE — Authority: 120
  When it comes to traditional American recipes, Fanny Farmer is still about as reliable a source as you can find. Since corn was the main grain in North America before the Europeans arrived, I think every Thanksgiving meal should include some kind of corn dish, just for symbolic purposes. We can be almost certain ...
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• Vegetarian Delights of NYC: Roasted Cauliflower Sandwich at Nam Pang

  
  Fork in the Road — Authority: 631
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• Sarah Palin Loves Meat

  
  The Moderate Voice — Authority: 740
  So many tasty morsels so many are uncovering . (All that and not one link to Andrew Sullivan . I’ll spend Saturday enjoying his finds .) One topic Sarah touches on that’s relevant to my interest in food is her love of meat. From page 18: I love meat. I eat pork chops, thick bacon-burgers, and the ...
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• Cafe Brenda to Close Doors

  
  Caf Cyan — Authority: 115
  When I think of vegetarian friendly cities, Minneapolis is not at the top of my list. Instead, I think of Portland with its many vegan cafes filled with tattooed-bicycle-riding-free-spirits. Or I think of the San Francisco area where fresh produce is plentiful and everyone sports great complexions. Or I even think of ...
  17 hours ago

• Adding Some Variety To Your Vegetarian Life

  
  An Easy Recipe — Authority: 132
  After you are planning a healthy vegetarian diet, you are only restricted by your imagination. Its important to include a wide range of whole grains, legumes, vegetables and fruits in different meals, together with seeds and nuts. Selection is that the spice of life, and it can help ensure your vegetarian diet is ...
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• Book Notes - Ben Shaberman ("The Vegan Monologues")

  
  Largehearted Boy — Authority: 145
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• Yoga For Modern City Life: Yoga Is Now A Lifestyle And

  
  The RVC Blog — Authority: 146
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• Easy Choices

  
  The Republic of T. — Authority: 501
  The first time I heard it, I did a double-take, because I thought I heard it wrong. The second time I heard it, I rolled my eyes. The third time I heard Sarah Palin, in her interview with Oprah Winfrey, suggest that women who choose to terminate pregnancies are essentially “taking the easy way out.” There is ...
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• Tofurkey & Gravy Vegetarian Soda for Thanksgiving?

  
  TechBurgh Blog and PodCast — Authority: 525
  So, this is a weird one but fun nonetheless.  Izea was kind enough to send me a little Thanksgiving postie pack this week. In the free, bright green box which I found on my doorstep was a bottle of Jones Tofurkey & Gravy Soda and a special Thanksgiving Turkey…. hat. I’m a big Jones Soda fan and ...
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• Pumpkin & Oatmeal Muffins

  
  SavortheThyme — Authority: 126
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• Simple Roasted Brussels Sprouts Recipe

  
  Daily Unadventures in Cooking — Authority: 122
  I love, love, love, love Brussels Sprouts and this is my favorite way to eat them. They are great when they are dressed up with bacon and nuts , but honestly, like so many things simpler can be better. The key with this recipe is high heat. The Brussels sprouts should be just a little crispy and browned ...
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• Morrissey Declares War On Hamburgers In Hamburg

  
  Hecklerspray — Authority: 597
  Jesus, we know when we’re being outdone. Most of the time, it’s when an unborn Japanese child severely beats us on FIFA . And we don’t mean by using the hand of God in extra time. And then there’s Morrissey . Somehow, Morrissey is classed as a genius despite still singing songs that an old band of his ...
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• a vegan thanksgiving day 2

  
  Rhymes With Vegan — Authority: 479
  for my second thanksgiving idea, i present creamy smashed baby reds with a white wine, carrot and rosemary gravy. can we say yum?   creamy smashed baby reds w/white wine, carrot and rosemary gravy   forpotatoes 8-10medium sized baby reds – peeled and chopped 3cloves garlic, ...
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