Marilu Henner's Blog, page 211

The high cost of animal protein * water

The water cost associated with the livestock industry is staggering.

According to a 2002 study by David and Marcia Pimentel of Cornell University, Western agricultural irrigation accounts for 85 percent of the fresh water we consume (the other 15 percent is for drinking, washing, food prep, etc). They also found that it takes 100 times more water to produce an ounce of animal protein than it takes to produce an ounce of plant protein.

Did you know that 64 percent of the world's population is e...

Featured recipe from Marilu's table * Vegan fondue

It's another Meatless Monday meal. This one is a favorite with kids (of any age) – because fondue means playing with your food! Set out a large platter of dippers, and give everyone a long-handled fork and a plate.

This recipe also makes a nice "cheese" sauce to pour over baked potatoes or steamed greens.

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Vegan Fondue

from Vegan Lunch Box: 130 Amazing, Animal-Free Lunches Kids and Grown-Ups Will Love!, by Jennifer McCann

Green * Makes about 2 cups

1/2 cup chopped baby carrots
one ...

Spirit Sunday * Higher ground

Keep on trying, 'til you reach the highest ground.

Many of us grew up under the impression that life was going to be easy. That – at some magical point – all our choices would be clear, we'd have all the resources we wanted (not just needed) at our disposal, and all our dreams would be within reach.

Then we find that life can be hard. Not bad – just hard. We have a lot more "Sophie's Choice" moments than we could ever imagine, we often have to fight for the resources we need (let alone...

The high cost of animal protein * energy

According to a 2002 study by David and Marcia Pimentel, researchers at Cornell University, it takes 20 times more energy to produce the protein in beef than it takes to produce a similar amount of protein from plants. In other words, we consume 95 percent less energy every time we choose to get our protein from plants instead of beef.

Go green! Eat plant protein!

 

Getting protein

The recommendation for protein for adult male vegans is around 56-70 grams per day; for adult female vegans it is around 46-58 grams per day.

It is very easy for a vegan diet to meet the recommendations for protein.

Nearly all vegetables, beans, grains, nuts, and seeds contain some (and often a lot of) protein. Fruits, sugars, fats, and alcohol do not provide much protein, so a diet based only on these foods would have a good chance of being too low in protein.

Vegans eating varied diets...

Fitness Friday * Go baby, go

Got babies? Trying to fit in a formal exercise program can be a challenge.

The easiest for you and baby is taking daily walks. Use a regular stroller or a jogging stroller – just get out in the fresh air and push that extra weight as you get in a workout. Pulling a wagon works, too, but can bang up your ankles a bit more easily.

If you love bicycling, try pulling one of the baby/child carriers behind you. Bring your bike to the shop and try it out before you buy. (You can even buy...

Get your tickets for Marilu at The Rrazz Room

Marilu Henner at The Rrazz Room

performing her new one woman show!

August 6, 7 & 8 at 7 PM

Tickets $40

The Rrazz Room at Hotel Nikko

222 Mason Street

San Francisco, CA 94102

415.781.0306

Directed by Bob Garrett * Written by Lorin Henner * Musical Direction by Scott Healy

 

Featured recipe from Marilu's table * Asian green bean salad

Get those green beans fresh at the farmer's market (yum!) or from your own backyard. This side dish is a new way to enjoy a very common vegetable. Pair with fish or chicken, or serve alongside a veggie burger or pasta dish (hmmm – might be good tossed with soba noodles, too!).

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Chinese Green Bean Salad

Blue * Serves 4

1 pound fresh green beans, organic if possible

1 Tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger root

1 cup slivered red onion

Dressing:
4 teaspoons dry mustard powder
1...

Marilu speaks at the AIDS walk

 

Plan ahead * Cruise with Marilu!

Holistic Holiday at Sea VIII

sailing February 27 – March 6, 2011

put these dates on your calendar!

Marilu will once again be part of the Holistic Holiday at Sea cruise! She's offering The Role of Your Life workshop onboard (there will also be a host of other amazing presenters).

Talk with your friends and family members – they'll want to join you for a week of fun in the sun, focused on living the good (B.E.S.T.!) life. Start saving now!

Keep checking here for details. We've added an...