Meatout Mondays : Astonishing Artichoke

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February 05, 2007

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Recipe: Spinach & Artichoke Pesto

 

Try something new! This Spinach & Artichoke Pesto is simple and delicious.

A healthy treat, artichokes are good source of fiber, vitamin C, folic

acid, magnesium, potassium, and calcium. Making use of fresh spinach, this

recipe does not require cooking, preserving most vitamins, minerals, and

enzymes that might otherwise be lost. Try it as a dip with your favorite

chips, a spread for your veggie sandwich, or a fresh topping for salad,

rice, or pasta.

 

Ingredients:

 

1 bag ( 9oz.) fresh baby spinach

3 cloves garlic

6 canned or marinated artichoke hearts, drained

18 pitted kalamata olives, drained

3 Tbs. kalamata olive brine, for flavor

4-6 Tbs. extra virgin olive oil

 

Directions:

 

In a food processor, make the dressing by mincing the garlic, artichoke

hearts, and olives.

Add Kalamata olive brine and olive oil; blend well. Set the dressing aside.

Process the spinach until finely chopped; add the dressing and mix well.

If needed, add more kalamata olive brine or olive oil to taste.

 

This weekÂ’s recipe was generously provided by Amy O'Brien. Send us your

suggestions too (farm.data)!

 

For more great veg recipes, visit http://www.meatout.org/recipes.htm!

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Book: Understanding the Bird Flu

 

Heard all about the ominous Bird Flu but still unclear about its origins

and potential consequences? “Bird Flu: A Virus of Our Own Hatching,”

written by Dr. Michael Greger, is one of the best-researched and

documented books regarding the nearing pandemic. Clearly written and

highly informative, Dr. Greger has the admirable ability to make complex

medical and scientific jargon understandable for the everyday reader. This

book provides excellent background on the current situation and how we

arrived here. ItÂ’s a must-read for inquiring minds wanting to get a grasp

of the risk we face from such a threat to humankind.

 

For more information about the book and the author, visit

www.BirdFluBook.com!

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Health: Folic Acid for a Sharp Brain

 

New research notes that folic acid can significantly improve cognitive

function in older men and women. The three-year study examined more than

800 individuals above the age of 50, some of whom received folic acid

supplements daily. The group with high folic acid intake improved on all

aspects of cognitive functioning compared to those who took a placebo.

 

Folic acid, a water-soluble B vitamin, can be found in a variety of

fruits, vegetables, seeds, and legumes. It plays an important role in the

production of new cells and helps the body digest protein and make

effective use of the resulting amino acids. Folic acid has also been shown

to play a role in regulating appetite.

 

To read the full article, click

http://www.nutritionhorizon.com/newsmaker_article.asp?idNewsMaker=13175 & fSite=AO\

545 & next=0!

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Inspiration: Speaking Out Against Injustice

 

Brianne Lanigan is a creative artist, enthusiastic student, and a

dedicated social justice and animal rights activist. Due to her compassion

for animals, she became vegetarian as a teenager. One year later she made

the decision to drop all animal products from her diet after reading an

insert about veganism in Moby’s CD, “Animal Rights.” Now vegan for 6

years, she strives to become increasingly effective in preserving the

planet and speaking out against injustices.

 

Brianne devotes her spare time and energy to the animal cause,

volunteering with local and national organizations. She regularly lends a

helping hand to FARMÂ’s annual campaigns, including the Animal Rights

National Conference, World Farm Animals Day, Gentle Thanksgiving, and The

Great American Meatout this March.

 

To learn more about Meatout , visit www.Meatout.org!

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