Friday, September 11, 2009HOW TO BOOST MENTAL AND PHYSICAL PERFORMANCE ON A PLANT-BASED DIET ATHLETICISM VS. ACTIVISM Aaron Richards is a Certified Martial Arts Fitness Professional, competitive athlete, dance instructor and VEGETARIAN. Since becoming a vegetarian his athletic abilities have grown immensely. Recently, he has been invited to become a member of the 2010 Canadian National Martial Arts Team. In his presentation, he will discuss the hardships he has endured and negative feedback he has received from his trainers and colleagues. Richards will discuss how maintaining a vegetarian diet has enabled him to reach his goals and improve his athleticism. Saturday, September 12, 2009OFF THE WARPATH There's nothing funny about being vegan, unless you're humorist Ben Shaberman. Vegetarianism and veganism are often viewed as radical lifestyles by the general public. While many of us who are meat-free frequently discuss and promote our opinions very passionately, a more light-hearted and gentle approach can be more effective. From dog chases to fornicating grasshoppers to chicken stock sabotage, Shaberman explores the lighter side of the meat-free lifestyle. Looking to increase your energy level? Want to learn about foods that help prevent or even reverse diseases such as Type II Diabetes, heart disease, stroke and obesity? Then join health coach and owner of Evolving Appetites Nimisha Raja in this fun session on how to develop healthy habits for life. Not a fad, not a quick fix, but real health solutions that work. She'll tell you how she went from being a junk food vegan to overcoming health challenges with good nutrition, and some practical suggestions on how you can do the same.
"I tried eating vegetarian, but I just craved meat." "I don't eat a lot of meat." "I Don't have time to chop vegetables." "Eating vegan is more expensive." Combining humour and wisdom to tackle the most popular excuses for not eating a plant-based diet, Colleen Patrick-Goudreau leaves no rationalization unexposed and offers and practical tips for living a life that reflects the values of sustainability, compassion, and simplicity.
You will gain valuable insight into the origins of these myths and the realities based on the latest scientific research. Brenda will answer all your questions and provide practical guidelines to help you ensure that all your nutrient needs are met. New research shows that a low-fat, plant-based diet can be just as effective as some medications for type 2 diabetes, and has many additional health benefits and fewer side effects. Plus, it does not require the portion control, calorie restrictions and limitations of carbohydrates usually prescribed. Learn how eating from four food groups can work for diabetes, and receive recipes and useful tools to get started.
Sunday, September 13, 2009THE DOG BY THE CRADLE A talk by the author of The Dog by the Cradle, The Serpent Beneath, about some of the paradoxes involved in our multifarious relationships with animals- some of whom we make special and others of whom we make in Today's Special on the menu. Ritter will examine humans' ethical relationship with all animals- particularly livestock and hunted animals- influences both our choices about how we treat them and our historical rationales for why we feel entitled to eat them. POWERFUL NEW TOOLS FOR DIABETES PREVENTION AND TREATMENT: FORK, KNIFE AND SPOON! New research shows that a low-fat, plant-based diet can be just as effective as some medications for type 2 diabetes, and has many additional health benefits and fewer side effects. Plus, it does not require the portion control, calorie restrictions and limitations of carbohydrates usually prescribed. Learn how eating from four food groups can work for diabetes, and receive recipes and useful tools to get started. HOW OUR FOOD CHOICES MAKE A WORLD OF DIFFERENCEPresented by: Gene Baur Learn about the abuses of our modern agricultural system and how making food choices that are aligned with our personal values and interests can help alleviate animal suffering, improve our health and that of the planet, and build strong communities. Baur's animal rights activism has led to research, new legislation against animal agriculture and a bestselling book, Farm Sanctuary: Changing Hearts and Minds about Animals and Food which examines the real cost of meat as food. DEFEATING DIABETES: LESSONS FROM THE MARSHALL ISLANDS
 Friday, September 11, 2009THE REAL IRON CHEFTime: 7:30 - 8:30 pm Watch two top chefs battle it out for the coveted title of THE REAL IRON CHEF. The chefs will be given only one hour and a limited of ingredients to prepare a delicious, gourmet dish high in iron for a panel of judges. And they said vegetarians don’t get enough iron or protein? Can they stand the heat or will they just wilt like yesterday’s lettuce? Make sure to watch this intense competition unfold.
Saturday, September 12, 2009SIMPLE AND DELCIOUS! Learn how to make whole foods a part of your everyday life. Stock your cupboards and your fridge full of the healthiest and freshest ingredients, this way you will have a foundation to create delicious meals every day. In this demonstration you will learn how to prepare simple recipes that can be eaten alone or combined to make a balanced meal. MAKING LOVE IN THE KITCHEN VEGGIE STYLE Presented by: Meghan Telpner Time: 2 - 3 pm Let's take out the soy, pasta, potatoes and bread. All too often these become the staple foods of people on a vegetarian diet. With an inspiring story and a sense of humour, Meghan will entertain as she demonstrates easy, quick and wonderfully delicious meal and snack solutions that energize and heal the body using quality plant-based protein and iron rich foods including a selection of whole grains, nuts and seeds, and lentils and legumes with an emphasis on the importance of raw foods and sprouting. FEEL GOOD FOODS Presented by: jae steele Time: 3:30 – 4:30 pm Learn how to make quick nutrient-dense foods with raw options. Jae will be addressing our own barriers to eating the way we want to, or think we should (less gluten, more greens, less package foods), and explain that "junk foods" not only do they add too much sugar, salt, fat and synthetic chemicals to our bodies, but they actually deplete our stores of much-needed minerals, vitamins and enzymes. MAKE AREPAS TONIGHT! Presented by: Terry Hope Romero Time: 5 - 6 pm Learn how to make delicious and tasty Latin American sandwiches called arepas filled with an oyster mushroom pimiento filling. They are naturally gluten-free, low fat & deliciouso! Watch vegan cookbook author, Terry Hope Romero and add a little Latin spice in your life. SWEET INDULGENCES WITHOUT THE GUILT Presented by: Ricki Heller Time: 6:30 - 7:30 pm Don't let dietary restrictions keep you from enjoying sweet indulgences! Ricki Heller, author of Sweet Freedom: Desserts You'll Love without Wheat, Eggs, Dairy or Refined Sugar shows you how delicious healthy desserts can be, as she prepares Maple Walnut Cookies, a low-gluten, high-Omega 3 treat made with pure, natural sweeteners. Sunday, September 13, 2009ALLERGY-FREE GOODIES: DESSERTS YOUR CHILD CAN BRING TO SCHOOL Presented by: Ricki Heller Time: 12:30- 1:30 pm Ricki will prepare her signature Butterscotch Blondies with Chocolate Chips and Dried Cranberries. It's naturally sweetened with maple syrup and brown rice syrup, made with spelt flour and barley flour. Containing no allergens making it okay to share on children’s playgrounds and amongst friends. HEALTHY VEGAN COOKIES, YES PLEASE! Presented by: Terry Hope Romero Time: 2 – 3 pm You thought that Vegan Cupcakes take over the World- you haven’t seen anything yet! Learn how to make these mouth-watering yummy cookies using natural sweeteners and whole grains. HIP AND WHOLESOME: A FAST AND FRESH APPROACH TO HEALTHY LIVING Presented by: Lesley Stoyan Time: 3:30- 4:30 pm Love the fast paced Toronto lifestyle but hate what it’s doing to your wallet (and waistline?). Daily Apple will teach you how to make the freshest fast food in town. It’s delish… and nutrish! Presented by Lesley Stoyan who is the owner and director of Daily Apple, a leading natural health company teaching people the importance of whole-foods nutrition and eco-friendly living. FOOD, GLORIOUS, FOOD Presented by: Caroline Dupont Time: 5 - 6 pm Explore easy eating for the body, spirit and planet with flavour-full, fast, filling and fun recipes from Nature’s Bounty with Caroline Marie Dupont, holistic nutritionist, yoga and meditation teacher. She is the author of Enlightened Eating a book filled with delicious recipes and practical and inspirational guidance towards your healthiest and happiest life.
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 For media inquiries regarding The 25th Annual Vegetarian Food Fair, please contact Mishka Alarcon, Special Events and Sponsorship Coordinator, Toronto Vegetarian Association by email or call 416-544-9800.
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BRENDA DAVISRegistered Dietician and nutritionist 
