Jump on this opportunity to explore the countless benefits of beans. Black-eyed peas have the lowest calories per serving among beans and are an excellent source of B vitamins. Low in fat and cholesterol-free, they contain iron, potassium, and calcium. These protein-rich carbohydrates do not cause a quick rise in blood sugar and the fiber helps reduce fat. Try this zesty dip with your favorite pita bread or chips!

Ingredients:

2-15 oz cans black-eyed peas, drained
1-6 oz can tomato paste
1 medium-sized sweet onion, peeled
1 chipotle pepper, stem removed
1 tsp. sweet basil, dried
1 tsp. cilantro, dried
2 tsp. chili powder
2 tsp. cumin, ground
1 large or 2 medium size garlic cloves, peeled
6 Tbs. lemon juice

Directions:

1. Put all ingredients in a high-speed blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
2. Add water (if necessary) to achieve desired consistency.
3. Leftover dip can be stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for two to three days.

For this and other great veg recipes, visit www.All-Creatures.org.com!

Eden Foods contributes to environmentally friendly agriculture by working closely with organic family farms and natural food makers. In addition to their large selection of plain or seasoned canned beans, they provide a wide variety of healthy organic and kosher produce including tomatoes, quinoa, barley malt syrup, mustard, fruit, and sea salt.

Eden Foods provides you with a convenient way to eat your beans if you don't have time to prepare them from scratch. With no added salt or sugar, they're natural, healthy, and flavorful. Black-eyed peas are excellent in soup, on top of a salad, or blended as a dip.

For nutritional and product information, visit www.EdenFoods.com!

Recent research suggests that increased intake of vitamin B6, from diet and supplements, could cut the risk of Parkinson’s disease by half. The 10-year study examining data from over 5,000 people revealed that those with the highest total vitamin B6 intake had significantly lower risk of developing the disease than those with the lowest intake.

Parkinson’s disease occurs when nerve cells are lost in a particular portion of the brain. According to the American Parkinson’s Disease Association, over two million Americans currently suffer from the disease. Vitamin B6 can be obtained from vegetable food sources, such as whole grains, nuts, and beans.

To read the full article, click here!

Growing up on a meat-based diet, Kristen Lee Ohanyan first explored vegetarianism as a sophomore in college. In 2003, she and her husband, Tosh, attended the Animal Rights National Conference and after day-one, they both turned vegan on-the-spot. Kristen states, “After attending the conference, I knew in my heart that I had to do more to end the suffering of all animals, especially the billions of farm animals used for food.”

In 2004, Kristen and Tosh formed Society of PEACE, a Houston-based animal rights and veg outreach group. PEACE is an acronym for People for the Earth, Animals, Compassion & Enlightenment. They strive to educate the public about the benefits of a plant-based diet. Society of PEACE will be active throughout the month of October in honor of World Farm Animals Day. One of their creative events includes the first annual Texas "Veggin'-out" Days, where consumers are encouraged to support their local veggie restaurants.

To find out more about Kristen's group, visit www.SocietyofPEACE.org!
Visit www.WFAD.org to check out events in your area!

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