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Yes, sometimes unusual things happen after a switch to a vegetarian diet. I've seen a number of cases in which the poor people broke out in violent attacks of good health, followed by bouts of physical exercise and sweet thoughts. - Anonymous
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EVEN Event - 03/20/06
"Health Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet"
Free Lecture by George Eisman, R.D.
Monday, March 20, 2006, 7pm
UO, EMU Building, Fir Room (free veg snacks!)
George Eisman, R.D. is considered one of the nation's foremost educators on vegetarian nutrition. He has served as a faculty member in Dietetics and Nutrition at several universities and colleges and created the first accredited program in Vegetarian Studies. He has worked in a children's hospital, a nursing home, and for public health agencies in four states.
Eisman has spoken at numerous events and conferences and is the author of two books, The Most Noble Diet (1994) and A Basic Course in Vegetarian and Vegan Nutrition (2003).
Eisman is based in New York and his visit to Eugene is part of a national speaking tour. EVEN is proud to host Eisman who will be presenting "The Health Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet" Gain a greater understanding of the health benefits of a plant-based diet as well as an overview of the other important reasons to move towards meat-free living---compassion towards animals, respect for the environment and concern for world hunger.
Don't miss this national speaker! His lecture is guaranteed to be highly informative, motivating, and is open and FREE to all!
Sponsored by EVEN - Eugene Veg Education Network Call 343-8055 for more information