"Veganism denotes a philosophy and way of living which seeks to exclude, as far as possible and practical, all forms of exploitation of, and cruelty to, animals for food, clothing, or any other purpose; and by extension promotes the development and use of animal-free alternatives for the benefit of humans, animals, and the environment." ~ Donald Watson Read Full Story
History of Fastingby Ron Kennedy, M.D., Santa Rosa, CaliforniaLink to full article belowFasting is the voluntary abstinence from solid food over any period of time out of the ordinary. The practice of fasting has its origins in religion dating to the beginning of recorded history. The purpose of the religious fast is purification of the soul and preparation to receive atonement of sins. Fasting Read Full Story
Gobblers are guests, not fare, at vegans' Thanksgiving spreadBy Virginia Kopas Joevkjoe@post-gazette.com or 724-837-1725Pittsburgh Post-GazetteMonday, November 24, 2003http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/03328/243289.stmTalk about turning the tables. At this Thanksgiving feast, Tom Turkey gets served dinner with all the trimmings.Welcome to a vegan holiday at the OohMahNee Farm Animal Sanctuary in Read Full Story
Gentle ThanksgivingPlease visit their site: http://www.gentlethanksgiving.org/Millions of vegetarian and other caring folks across the U.S. are celebrating this Thanksgiving with a rich selection of delicious vegetables, fruits, baked goods, and mock meats replacing the carcass of a dead bird on their dinner table. The vegetarian bill of fare may include a 'tofurky,' lentil or nut roast, stuffed Read Full Story
Give Thanks with the Right FoodNovember 2006 Link to full article belowIn the hubbub of planning and preparing a Thanksgiving feast for friends and family, it can be easy to forget the environmental impact of our food choices. Growing, harvesting, and transporting the ingredients for a typical Thanksgiving meal consumes a significant amount of water and energy and contributes to air and water Read Full Story
For vegans, turkeys make good pets onlyBy Natasha LeeStaff WriterNovember 22, 2007Link to full article belowNORWALK -- The traditional Thanksgiving feast features a golden roasted turkey flanked by mashed potatoes, stuffing, yams, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie.But recent emphasis on healthy eating and the environmental effect of meat diets on global warming has many opting for alternatives this Read Full Story
Florida has rich American Indian historyBy Chris WadsworthNovember 14, 2005Link to full article: http://www.news-press.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2005511140327• Florida has two federally recognized tribes — the Seminole Tribe of Florida and the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida.• The Seminole Tribe is larger, with six reservations and approximately 3,000 members.• The Miccosukee Tribe has Read Full Story
Extreme Torture of Animals — and Humans:A Thanksgiving Prayer for Mercyby Suki Falconberg Ph.D.November 18, 2007 Link to full article belowI have seen it all before but it still shocks me. The Humane Farming Association recently shot undercover video at an Ohio pig farm which shows animals living and dying in conditions far more horrifying than one finds in any torture camp. And what I am about Read Full Story
Eat To Live: Gobbling good turkeyBy JULIA WATSONUPI Food Writer Link to full article belowWhile you are going about your daily business, mass-market producers will be readying their turkeys for the Thanksgiving feast.Once killed, most likely with a cut across the throat, the birds will be plunged into a tank of scalding water. Their soaking feathers will be plucked by machine. Then, while they Read Full Story
Explaining Txgvng FastFasting achieves numerous benefits. It is a wonderful way to cleanout the body as far as health is concerned.Spiritually, it also cleanses the soul.For both, I am not discussing one (1) day fasts. My fasts run from4-6 days.Originally, fasting was used to 'get closer to the higher being.'It was also used to rid sick bodies of diseases. This was copied fromwatching animals Read Full Story
