Spice up your summer and your health! This amazing Thai Vegetable Curry is one of the many ways you can incorporate the benefits of broccoli into your diet. Broccoli is a great source of vitamins C, K and A, folic acid, and fiber. So give this recipe a try… it’s quick to prepare and easy to fall in love with. Serve it over red or brown rice for a fulfilling, nutritious meal.

Ingredients:

1 large bunch broccoli
2 tsp. garlic, minced
2 cups coconut milk
2 Tbs. tamari soy sauce
1 1/2 tsp. dried lemongrass, finely ground
1 tsp. dried basil leaves
1/2 tsp. ground coriander seeds
1/8 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. ground cardamom
pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
1 lb. sweet potatoes, peeled & chopped
1/2 lb. fresh mushrooms, halved or quartered
1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas

Directions:

1. Cut florets from the broccoli stalks and cut each floret so that the top measures about 1 inch across; peel off the outer skin of the stalks and cut into 1/2-inch dice; set aside.
   
2. Heat 1 Tbs. of water in a large pot (hint: using a pressure cooker will take half the time); cook garlic over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes.
   
3. Add the coconut milk, soy sauce, lemongrass, dried basil, spices, red pepper flakes, reserved broccoli stalks, sweet potatoes, and mushrooms.
   
4. Over high heat, bring to a boil, stirring occasionally; reduce heat, cover, and cook until sweet potatoes are tender (about 10 minutes).
   
5. Stir in the broccoli florets and chickpeas; replace the lid and cook over medium heat until broccoli is tender-crisp (about 5 mintues).

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Add more protein, texture, and flair to your favorite dishes. Follow Your Heart’s Chicken Free Chicken is slowly smoked and conveniently ready-to-eat. Made with soy, it's an amazing protein source… cholesterol-free, low in fat, and absolutely delicious! Enjoy Country Smoked Chicken Free Chicken in salads, add it to your favorite recipes, or slice it to include in your sandwich. Follow Your Heart also has an extensive selection of cruelty-free delicacies including Vegan Gourmet Cheese Alternatives, Vegenaise, dairy-free cream cheese and sour cream, dressings, and sauces.

Follow Your Heart is a dedicated supporter of animal advocacy and is generously donating snacks to the AR2009 National Conference this weekend!

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Just a few portions of broccoli each week helps protect men from prostate cancer, according to research published in the Public Library of Science Journal PLoS One. The researchers found that a chemical in the food sparks genetic changes, activating some genes that fight cancer and switching off others that fuel tumors. Past research provides evidence linking a healthy diet rich in fruits and vegetables to reduced cancer risk, but this is a human trial investigating the potential biological mechanism at work.

The study examined men with pre-cancerous lesions that increase prostate cancer risk. Findings reveal that men who ate four extra servings of either broccoli or peas each week for a year showed hundreds of changes in genes known to play a role in fighting cancer.

The benefit would likely be the same in other cruciferous vegetables that contain a compound called isothiocyanate, including brussel sprouts, cauliflower, cabbage, rocket or arugula, watercress and horse radish. Broccoli, however, has a particularly powerful type of the compound called sulforaphane, which could give the green vegetable an extra cancer-fighting kick.

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Every summer, hundreds of compassionate individuals gather at the Animal Rights National Conference to network, learn, educate, celebrate, and much more! This year, the conference is taking place in Los Angeles at the Westin LAX.

The four-day program features nearly 100 presenters from more than 60 organizations, appearing in plenary sessions, workshops, campaign reports, and rap sessions. Other elements include exhibits, videos, newcomer orientations, group workouts, and entertainment by animal-friendly musicians. On Saturday, the celebrity animal advocate award will be presented to Jane Velez-Mitchell, celebrated anchor of Issues with Jane Velez-Mitchell on HLN (formerly CNN's Headline News). Other celebrities in attendance will be film and TV stars Charlotte Ross and Elaine Hendrix, and comedians French Stewart and ANT. Take a look at banquet program.

The Animal Rights National Conference is a great way to learn about the issues and have a great time. The exhibit hall is FREE and open to the public, so if you’re in the area, stop by for vegan ice cream, cruelty-free shopping, a free daytime session, and much more!

To learn more about the conference, visit www.ARconference.org!

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