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Disgust over Starbucks’ use of crushed insects in Strawberry Frappuccinos
There have been worldwide expressions of disapproval over the use of a pink colouring ingredient in Starbucks’ Strawberry Frappuccino drinks. A statement by Starbucks claimed that cochineal is used, which is a dye made up of the crushed bodies of insects. The insects are usually sourced from Mexico and South America before being dried out […]
Report shows alarming rise in the number of animals farmed
According to the Worldwatch Institute’s Vital Signs 2012 publication, the number of global farmed animals rose from 3.5 billion in 1980 to 4.3 billion in 2010. While there has been a decline in meat consumption in industrial countries, the demand for meat, egg and dairy products in developing countries has increased at a overwhelming rate. […]
Religious clerics meet to help curb climate change
Jewish, Muslim and Christian leaders came together on Monday to share ideas on reinforcing the environmental protection message in their communities through education and advocacy. Held in Jerusalem the Interfaith Climate and Energy Conference, attended by around 200 people, was co-organised by The Interfaith Center for Sustainable Development and the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, a German […]
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 […]