Hi <<First Name>>!
I'm so excited to finally send out the first Eco-Vegan Gal newsletter! It's perfect timing given the launch of the new website, which put the format below in place. Each week you'll receive little bits of exclusive information that will inspire you to become healthier and happier. I would love to read your
success stories as you evolve, which can be emailed me to me privately or shared with the whole community
here. So, with no further ado...
Eat: Product of The Week
Ignore the title - Brian is no ordinary dude. He's hilarious and extremely talented, with a knack for making vegan food fun and appealing to the most meat-lovin' people. If you've been looking for a way to convince your friends and family that plant-based meals can be
satisfying and flavorful without being too serious, this is the book for you. Whip up a batch of Brian's Balls; Et Tu, Tempeh?; Boomin' Shroomers; The Sailor's Peanut Butter Rum ice cream or The Dirty Dudetini cocktail and watch eyes light up around the dining table. While it's not the healthiest vegan cuisine, it is a great
indulgence and perfect for impressing skeptics. And while you're cookin' up a storm, tune into Brian's
YouTube channel for some entertaining cooking tips and giggles.
Love: Video of The Week
Vegan Is Love on CNN
By now you've probably heard the controvery around the new
children's book "
Vegan Is Love: Having Heart And Taking Action", due to it's "graphic" illustrations that show children the brutal truths behind animal cruelty and slauter. If you haven't been keeping up on it, I highly recommend you read my friend
Rachel Avalon's compassionate review and check out this powerful video interview with the
Ruby Roth, the author, on CNN. My favorite quote is at the end of part 2: "
we don't have to fear anything that we have the power to change."
Look: Vshoen Sale of The Week (sponsored post)
All Beyond Skin Shoes on Sale!
Coveted by Natalie Portman and Portia de Rossi,
Beyond Skin is a Brighton based ethical fashion label creating beautiful handmade ladies
designer vegan shoes and boots in the most environmentally friendly manner they possibly can. Their vegetarian footwear is made in Spain from some of the finest, recycled fabrics and they work closely with their factories to ensure they reduce their carbon footprint of their ethical shoes wherever possible. Vshoen is likely offering the
lowest price anywhere and these shoes are really unbelievable, so take advantage of this great opportunity to get into a fab eco-vegan brand at a really reduced price!
Feel: Video of The Week
Living In The Moment
I downloaded this song and listened to it for the first time while on a hike in San Francisco, and it couldn't have been better timing. It's a really uplifting beat with lyrics that remind us all to
be positive and live in the moment in order to focus on what's really important. Finding this balance is so important to
creating inner and outer peace. I highly recommend watching
this video and reading the lyrics, then do something good with the inspiration it brings you.
Act: Eco Tip of The Week
Calculate Your Carbon Footprint
Visit
www.ecofoot.org and
www.myfootprint.org and see how many planets it would take to support your daily habits. It's a nice way to recognize your achievements and
discover how you can live more sustainably! Be sure to check out the recommendations when you're done with the quizes (click Reduce your footprint)
Check out Whitney's results:
MyFootPrint
Learn: Website of The Week
Forks Over Knives' Updated Website
In case you haven't heard,
FOK launched a bunch of new features on their website, featuring daily blogs from an elite network of contributors like
medical doctors, dietitians, chefs, athletes and more, who will write about the diet and health connection, including plant-based fitness and how food choices impact the world around us. And if you're looking for
healthy recipes, FOK is a great resource for that too, since each one follows the advice given in the acclaimed documentary.
Learn: Upcoming Events
Eat: Recipe of The Week
Watermelon Mojito: Raw, Free of Sugar, Gluten, Soy, and Packaging
This is by far one of the most interesting things I've made, but it is quite refreshing and very filling. I didn't want to scare you with the title, but it's actually watermelon
rind juice blended with fresh mint, lime and dates. Sounds kinda gross but I'm obsessed with it, and it's a great way to use the whole watermelon. I don't know about you, but I've been OBSESSED with watermelon and since I eat it practically everyday (yup) my compost was overflowing with rind until I stumbled upon this recipe. Plus, it has all sorts of nutrients like vitamin C, lycopene and antioxidants. So, head to the store, buy yourself a watermelon, bliss out while eating the inside, and then top it all off by breaking out your juicer to make this satisfying drink!
Watch the recipe here (written version will be up on site soon).
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