Sources of Protein for Vegetarians

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Protein is essential for good health. It is necessary for good brain function, physical performance, recovery from illness and injury, maintenance of muscle, support of body system functions, healthy hair and skin, and stable blood sugar levels. Animals have...

Inflammation, Disease and Prevention

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Inflammation is prevalent in the news these days. It has long been associated with conditions such as asthma and arthritis. Acute, short-term inflammation is our body’s natural protective response to cells that have been damaged by injury or illness caused by...

Valentine’s Day—Then and Now

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Valentine’s Day, also referred to as St. Valentine’s Day, is quite the celebration in the United States. Millions of dollars are spent annually on flowers, candy and other gifts. This holiday is also celebrated in many countries, such as Canada, Australia, Denmark,...

So You Want to be a Vegetarian?

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There are many reasons an individual chooses to become a vegetarian. Most revolve around choices for better health, eating a more sustainable, eco-friendly diet, or an objection to eating animals and/or the abusive treatment that is often inflicted on animals that are...

Where Are All the Hemp Products?

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Previous blogs have focused on the multitude of products that are sourced from sustainable, industrial hemp. As you’ve seen, the hemp market interfaces with many other market sectors and industries including human and animal food, clothing, textiles, building and...