"I don't understand why asking people to eat a well-balanced vegetarian diet is considered drastic, while it is medically conservative to cut people open and put them on cholesterol-lowering drugs for the rest of their lives." ~Dean Ornish (author of Eat More, Weigh Less) … [Read more...] about Eat More, Weigh Less
vegan thursday
Dr. Oz Visits China…or at least THE Study!
Thanks to Carol for yesterday's Dr. Oz "heads up," and also to Gary and Sydelle for letting me know in class yesterday. Mitch and I watched and it was great to see the authors of the China Study in the audience. The information in the China Study was compelling enough to a producer to make a film (Forks Over Knives) based on the info and compelling enough for Dr. Oz to devote … [Read more...] about Dr. Oz Visits China…or at least THE Study!
I Am…
Here it is not only VFT, but also Kyle's 24th birthday. How does THAT happen? Whatever you dream, Kyle Zipp, I hope those dreams come true. So far, I would say you are doing pretty well in the "realizing dreams" department! Yesterday I watched Oprah and saw someone else talking about their dreams coming true. A new movie called I Am opens and the producer, Tom Shadyak,who … [Read more...] about I Am…
The Meaning of Life
Thanks to all my students for your constant feedback and support. I got all the messages and emails regarding SilverSneakers, the gyms, etc., and I think we are moving along nicely. I will keep you posted as I learn more and get more details! Remember, we are in this thing together. Last night was a quiet, easy dinner. Tofurky cold-cuts on yummy breads and a franks and … [Read more...] about The Meaning of Life
Apples and Rabbits
"You put a baby in a crib with an apple and a rabbit. If it eats the rabbit and plays with the apple, I'll buy you a new car." --Harvey Diamond Yesterday Oprah showed a repeat of her staff's one week vegan challenge. It originally aired in February. I loved this entry by Ari Solomon on Alicia Silverstone's site, the kindlife.com Give some thought to the following, if you … [Read more...] about Apples and Rabbits