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Using old free range techniques on the modern farms reduces the risk of Mad Cow and other diseases.

Recently, scientists managed to genetically engineer cows in which this allele has been "knocked out". These cows may be resistant to developing BSE, or "mad cow".

By late April 1982, internationally renowned choreographer George Balanchine had been battling dizziness, blurred vision and impaired hearing for four years.

Studies show that grass-fed cattle have dramatically fewer E. coli - a large and diverse group of bacteria - in their intestines than their grain-fed counterparts.

The phenomenon of chunky felines in America predictably coincides with the similar blossoming of its human population over the last 50 years. Just a coincidence?

A brief description of this wonderful alternative source of protein.

Fatal Familial Insomnia, or FFI, is a devastating genetic sleep disorder, which strikes during middle age and results in death. This is the story of Michael Corke.

Before World War II, more than ninety percent of American cattle were grass-fed, not grain-fed. They grazed the range, eating native grasses, or hay.

Non-vegetarians are endangering their health by eating animal products contaminated by pesticides, antibiotics and hormones like the fear hormone - adrenaline.

E. coli spinach outbreak prompts FDA warning.183 from 26 states infected with the outbreak strain of E. coli. E. coli spinach traced to spinach grown in 3 CA counties.

It can be hard to buy children birthday gifts. Kids like toys that parents might not approve of, after all. These two gift ideas are great examples of this phenomenon.

Scrapies is a degenerative, fatal disease that can affect sheep and goats and can even be passed to humans as Cruetzfeldt-Jakob disease - a relative of Mad-Cow Disease.

Hamburgers, one of America's best-marketed foods, pose a health risk, especially to children. And the meat processing industry shows few signs of cleaning up its act.

Although they appear to behave as living things, viruses, viroids and prions are nonliving particles. Read on and discover more about these 'smart' parasites.

Red meat from cattle is a complete-protein food, meaning it provides all 22 amino acids that our bodies need.

There is a possibility that parabens (a common preservative found in soaps, shampoos, and cosmetics) may encourage breast tumor growth. Here's what you need to know.

Get thin, lower cholesterol, and avoid obesity and diabetes, by eating butter, cream, olive oil, and coconut oil and how margarine and canola oil will make you sick.

Celtic indigenous guest writer talks about colonial massacres of sacred animals, and British native peoples struggling to maintain contact with land and spirit.

This year, 2007, has a number of anniversaries of critical historical events at almost every major interval, primarily from the history of Britain and the US.

The latest threat to Canada's beef industry, following mad-cow disease is potential hysteria over the recent outbreak of anthrax infection.

Libba Bray has written three extremely successful books for young adults, but that is hardly the most interesting part of her life.

The Saskatchewan Motion Picture Industry Association (SMPIA) has helped the province's film and television production industry reach record growth levels.

Zombie movies have existed in a unique paradox in recent years. But, with a simple title and a creative spin, Zombieland catapults the zombie genre into the lime light.

Being a Vegan is more than a dietary change, it is a lifestyle choice. Vegans choose not to exploit animals in every aspect of their lives.

Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper made a detour to Panama where he signed a free-trade deal. The deal is Canada's fifth since Harper first took office in 2003.

Thinking of giving someone a pet for Christmas? Most people don't consider their pets a health risk, but 75% of new human diseases can be traced to animals.

Grass-fed beef and beef products are some of the healthiest animal-based products that humans can eat.

A review of Christopher D. Cook's book, "Diet for a Dead Planet."

After 14 months of tough negotiations, George Bush and Roh Moo-hyun sign a free trade treaty that loosens trade restrictions from automobiles to beef to Hollywood movies.

Through eating sustainably and locally, we promote the physical, spiritual, cultural and economic health of farm families, regional communities and eventually the planet.

Columbus has developed several rules in order to survive. He meets other survivors, and together they try to stay alive in the zombie infested United States.

Woody Harrelson and Jesse Eisenberg star in Ruben Fleischer's surprising hit comedy with zombies, Zombieland.

Eat This, Not That names the best bets at the supermarket to eat healthy.

Who has time to cook for their dogs? Some days it's hard preparing a meal just for ourselves and our families. "Why not combine the two?" asks Linda West Eckhardt.

A supplement, called phosphatidylserine (PS), has been reported to reduce age-related cognitive decline. What is the evidence supporting this claim?

Sustainable, Organic, Local and Ethical practices prevent tainted lettuce. No need to fear threats like e. coli, species extinction. I'll help you find good, safe food.

There is evidence this popular food raises the risk of cancer.

After years of developing chemical feeds, hormones and pesticides to increase the amount of food we farm, isn't it time we went back to growing as nature intended?

Profiles of Black actors and actresses who overcame humble beginnings and minority status to make outstanding contributions to Hollywood and beyond

Vegan and vegetarian recipes that are contemporary, tasty, imaginative and accessible. SO good that famed chef Susur Lee calls the book "Amazing!"