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New study finds red meat increases risk of early death
According to a long term research project, consuming red meat, especially processed red meat, dramatically increases the risk of death from heart disease and cancer.
Steamed Broccoli
A simple but tasty way to enjoy broccoli – and it takes under ten minutes to prepare!
Marinated Strawberries with Vanilla Shortbread Biscuits
A light refreshing dessert which brings out the flavour of fresh strawberries and is delicious paired with the vanilla biscuits.
Chocolate Chip Muffins
Luxurious muffins which are best served warm when the chocolate pieces are melted and still gooey.
Australian vegan groups criticise government nutrition guidance
While the Australian National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) revise their dietary guidelines for publication later this year, Vegan Australia and the Vegan Society of NSW are lobbying for a name alteration to be made to the “lean meat, fish, poultry, eggs, nuts, legumes” category appearing in the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating. “We […]
Welcome
JVS is an international charity, dedicated to promoting a kinder society, without killing animals for food, where mankind is not cruel to fellow beings, both human and animal, as expressed in the Torah. We advocate a vegetarian world which protects the environment, promotes human health and conserves natural resources. As well as offering information and support to […]
National Vegetarian Week
Running Monday 21 May – Sunday 27 May 2012, National Vegetarian Week (NVW) is the Vegetarian Society’s annual awareness-raising campaign “promoting inspirational vegetarian food and the benefits of a meat-free lifestyle”. Started in 1992, the NVW gets bigger each year with companies, community groups and schools participating in different ways to highlight the benefits of […]
Patients unknowingly prescribed non-vegetarian drugs
A new study has found that a quarter of patients are unknowingly prescribed drugs containing gelatin, derived from animal bones or skin. 500 patients were surveyed by Manchester Royal Infirmary researchers who found that approximately 40% of patients preferred not to consume animal products. Out of these 200 following a vegetarian diet, 49 were found […]
Leek and Potato Soup
Perfect for lunch on a cold winters day, this hearty Leek and Potato Soup recipe uses the most basic ingredients and is straightforward to prepare.
Jewish Cookery Class Competition
WIN AN EXCLUSIVE PLACE ON A JEWISH COOKERY CLASS! Improve your cooking and learn new skills on a Cookery Class, courtesy of Denise Phillips, the UK’s leading Jewish chef and food writer. Simply enter our free prize draw and the winner can choose from a range of classes including “A Taste of Italy”, “Shavuot Cooking”, […]