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The positive effect of vegetarian diets on the environment is pretty well documented at this point, but here's another new study detailing the high environmental costs of meat: It concludes that because of increases in population and per capita consumption we will have to cut back on meat between 19-42% by 2050 just to keep environmental damage at current levels.
Reuters quotes the report authors, from Dalhousie University, as saying that "reining in growth in this sector should be prioritized."
Furthermore, there's "a profound disconnect between the anticipated scale of potential environmental impacts associated with projected livestock production levels and even the most optimistic mitigation strategies."
Published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, the report Forecasting potential global environmental costs of livestock production 2000-2050 notes, "by 2050, the livestock sector alone may either occupy the majority of, or significantly overshoot, recently published estimates of humanity's "safe operating space"" when it comes to climate change, reactive nitrogen mobilization, and appropriation of plant biomass.
In really simple terms: More meat means more greenhouse gas emissions, more nitrogen runoff and pollution, and more land needed for grazing or to grow food for animals which humans will eat.
While the report does say that efficiency improvements in agriculture and livestock raising can help, "Across the board reductions in per capita consumption of livestock products should be a priority."
A close to home example in increases in meat consumption: Between 1970 and now per capita meat consumption in the United States has increased by 17 pounds per year. Similar increases have been seen in many European countries, and in some newly-industrialized countries the trend is solidly towards more meat-eating as well.
As for the climate change impact of cutting back on meat eating, a study released nearly 18 months ago calculated that the costs of climate change mitigation could be reduced by up to 70% if more people either adopted full vegetarian diets or (at minimum) reduced meat consumption to mid-20th century levels.The positive effect of vegetarian diets on the environment is pretty well documented... more
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Our homes are where we lay our hats and hearts -- but how vegan is your home? This week on vegan blog, we will look at how to veganize your home, some of the household items that may not be on your vegan radar, and more!
http://www.veganmainstream.com/veganblogsOur homes are where we lay our hats and hearts -- but how vegan is your home? This... more
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Is this happening in your Locale? Find out at www.KYF2.com
"Is the produce you buy at your local farmers’ market really grown locally?"
"A surprising investigation by the local NBC affiliate in Los Angeles discovered several examples of false claims at various Southern California farmers’ markets, including a vendor who purchased boxes of produce from wholesale produce warehouses, including items grown on big commercial farms as far away as Mexico."
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/39319593/ns/local_news-los_angeles_ca
KYF2.comIs this happening in your Locale? Find out at www.KYF2.com
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This week on Vegan Mainstream's blog we pause to take time out to appreciate autumn and all the blessings to vegans in this most abundant time of year. Watch for tips on autumn foods, as well as ideas on making the most of your vegan business this season!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v8TrKkn78ZAThis week on Vegan Mainstream's blog we pause to take time out to appreciate... more
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It can be frustrating to be vegan. This week we look at some of the reasons why - what are the challenges we face? What are the issues that concern us? Tune in to Vegan Mainstream's blog this week to read more...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dTi_ls4V6-YIt can be frustrating to be vegan. This week we look at some of the reasons why - what... more
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The future is in the hands of our young people…so should the vegan movement pay more attention and focus more closely on kids and youth? That’s what we’re discussing this week on Vegan Mainstream’s blog…tune in to Young Vegans Changing the World from September 6 to 10.
http://www.veganmainstream.com/veganblogsThe future is in the hands of our young people…so should the vegan movement pay... more
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The future is in the hands of our young people…so should the vegan movement pay more attention and focus more closely on kids and youth? That’s what we’re discussing this week on Vegan Mainstream’s blog…tune in to Young Vegans Changing the World from September 6 to 10.
Link: http://www.veganmainstream.com/veganblogsThe future is in the hands of our young people…so should the vegan movement pay... more
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Anthology makes several certified organic skincare products for you to indulge your skin upon. All products are from 99 to 100 percent organic and USDA certified. This organic skincare line is one of the best that has ever crossed the history of EcoBold. It's an all natural line that is made in small batches to preserve the freshness of the ingredients. Their products are for all skin types and they even have a soap free facial cleanser in case you have sensitive skin.
Anthology oils, butters and botanicals are also raw, unprocessed and loaded with antioxidants which helps hydrate your skin, prevent signs of premature aging, and support your skin’s health. Be wary of other companies saying that their product is "organic" when it really is full of water and a very small percentage of real organic ingredients.
Here are some of the things they have: certified organic facial serum for oily and dry skin, eye serum, body spray, organic body butter, body scrub and body oil, natural facial mask, facial scrub and soap free facial cleanser, organic bath salt and even soy candle.
Here's what Anthology says about their organic facial serum: "This organic serum is a powerful natural moisturizer and contains only non-comedogenic, light organic oils that deeply penetrate the skin, leaving it smooth and balanced. Oilier skin types produce more sebum than other skin types, but still can be dehydrated and in need of moisturizing."
Ingredients list of the organic facial serum: organic jojoba oil, organic grapeseed oil, organic rice bran oil, organic sunflower oil, gmo-fee tocopherols (vitamin E), lavender organic essential oil, geranium organic essential oil, petitgrain organic essential oil, rosemary, organic essential oil, eucalyptus organic essential oil.
You can also see the full list of ingredients for any of their product at their website. Enjoy our coupon code for a 25% off discount!
Highlights:
- Vegan
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- 99 to 100% USDA certified organicMore info and coupon here:... more
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Since news first broke about the massive egg recall, eggs seem to be all folks are talking about. The big questions are: how did this salmonella contamination happen, and what can we do about it?
http://eatdrinkbetter.com/2010/08/26/thoughts-on-the-egg-recall/Since news first broke about the massive egg recall, eggs seem to be all folks are... more
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