Written by Vegetarian Star on March 15th, 2013 in Food & Drink.
Comments Off on St. Patrick’s Day Vegan Friendly Beers
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day vegan style this year and opt for a truly animal-free beer!
Many vegetarians and vegans have heard of isinglass, a common ingredient derived from fish bladder used in the clarification process for beers. But lagers may have other animal products not even listed on the bottle, such as gelatin, casein and dyes from insects, to name a few.
Care2 has compiled its list of vegan alcoholic beverages to celebrate like a hippie leprechaun.
Comments Off on Russ Irwin Of Aerosmith Rocks Vegan (Video)
Russ Irwin has been a backup vocalist and keyboardist for the rock group Aerosmith for years.
Irvin has eaten vegan for the past year and a half and has taken the time to record a pro-vegetarian ad for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals.
“First thing that happen when I made the switch–I lost a lot of weight,” Irwin says in the video.
“I just felt lighter. I felt healthier. I felt better.”
Comments Off on Miranda Lambert Rescues Dog On Highway In Oklahoma
Miranda Lambert recently rescued a dog from an Oklahoma highway.
The country music singer was driving on the west side of Tishomingo on Highway 22 when she spotted the animal.
“He was in the middle of the hwy with his food bowl and bed… If it wasn’t an accident someone is really sick,” Lambert wrote in addition to posting a picture of the two of them on Instagram. “I guess the pup is mine till I find him a little boy somewhere to [love] him.”
Kellie Pickler is a vegetarian who’s been on PETA’s sexiest list for several years.
It’s hard to believe this American Idol alum used to work at a burger joint.
Her first job was a Sonic, and although it wasn’t enough to turn her vegetarian then, it taught her a lesson in remaining humble in the entertainment industry.
Comments Off on Pope Jorge Mario Bergoglio Liked Eco-Friendly Transportation
The Popes are getting more and more environmentally friendly these days.
Pope Benedict XVI spoke at the Vatican’s annual World Day of Peace encouraging people to practice ecological responsibility while advancing with technology.
And now, newly elected Pope Jorge Mario Bergoglio has been reported to have favored a simple life, using public transportation versus a personal vehicle.
Comments Off on “U.S. News And World Report” Hosts Twitter Chat On Plant-Based Diets
U.S. News and World Report included plant-based diets in its ranking of best diets earlier this year.
Now it will host a live chat with nutritional experts to answer questions about vegetarian and vegan eating.
On Monday, March 18 at 2 PM EST, registered dietitian Julieanna Hever and author and vegan for 20 years Dreena Burton, will be available to discuss every aspects of going meatless.
Comments Off on Carrie Underwood “Guardian” Interview Covers Vegetarianism
Carrie Underwood gave The Guardian a few minutes of her time in an interviewed filled with interesting facts about her vegetarian, pro-animal and eco-conscious lifestyle.
Growing up on a farm in Oklahoma, Underwood observed that her parents’ cows got a little “separation anxiety” before being sold, one of the many reasons why she chose to stop eating meat.
