Welcome to Vegetarian Society (Singapore)

With April promising a jam-packed schedule for environmentalists, animal welfare activists and vegetarians alike, we hope that you will be able to make a meaningful impact this month. Do consider being a part of the VSS initiative at Jurong Point and come lend your support for the Veg Food Fair there next weekend.
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With a host of eco-friendly celebrations to look forward to in March and April - especially on Earth Day (22 Apr) and World Water Day (22 Mar), the Vegetarian Society would like to wish all readers a meaningful period in their lives and urge all to do more to ensure the sustainability of Mother Earth.
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VSS is changing the schedule of the e-newsletter you are now reading. To devote time to other activities and because of our use of online tools, such as Facebook and Twitter, the VSS E-Newsletter will appear in your Inbox only once a month or perhaps less often.
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The Vegetarian Society would like to urge all our members to consider celebrating the upcoming Lunar New Year festivities with kindness and compassion, by especially not serving shark's fin whilst reducing overall meat consumption.
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The Vegetarian Society would like to wish its members, well-wishers, friends, partners and everyone who has thought about being a kinder, healthier inhabitant of this world a happy new year. We hope that you will continue to make the world a better place, regardless of whether the 'Mayan Prediction' comes true!
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Sad news: Teresa Hsu, the force behind veg charity, Heart to Heart Service, a lifelong vegetarian and SG's oldest person, has passed away: www.hearttoheartservice.org.
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On Sat, 10 December, we end our 2011 series of Library talks at Central Library with distinguished cardiologist, Dr V P Nair. Hope to see you there.
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A wise man once said, "Knowing is not enough; you must apply". And so, we would like to encourage all of you to always practise a healthier and more humane lifestyle - because you know you should.
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If you're considering how to better support the VSS's work within the community, you can always advertise on our website or through this bi-weekly eNewsletter.
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Our series of NLB talks continues with a Mandarin language talk on dental health on 5 Nov at Ang Mo Kio Public Library.
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Be sure to read the new issue of VegVibe for a great mix of useful, informative and inspiring articles.
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Happy Feet, on Sun, 25 Sep, at Fort Canning Park, combines fun and food with education for meat reduction. One of 2011's not-to-be-missed events.
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Last weekend, VSS had events on health (a smoothie demo), environment (a talk at a conference for secondary school students) and kindness (a booth at the ACRES concert for dolphins). Your donations help us do more:
www.vegetarian-society.org/support_vss#donate.
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Learn about veg nutrition from Dr Priya at her VSS NLB talk, "Is a vegetarian diet nutritious" on 10 Sep, and learn the how of green smoothies from Adeline at the VSS smoothie event on 28 Aug.
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Eating organic needn’t be some impossible dream, achievable only by the rich. Learn more on the VSS trip to Kampung Senang’s organic garden.
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This is a big issue. We can't help it; there's just sooooo much going on with VSS and the veg movement generally. It's fun and exciting!
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This newsletter features an occasional column 'How I Became a Vegetarian'. The instalment in this issue is not to be missed. Please send your story to info@vss.sg. Thanks.
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They say good nutrition aids learning, and this issue is bursting with opportunities to learn while being nourished and while learning about good nutrition.
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We're excited about the 1^st ever Animal Welfare Symposium on 18 Jun. Eating animal based foods is the #1 way we humans harm the welfare of our fellow animals.
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So many activities; so few people to make them happen. VSS needs you! Write to us here if you'd like to volunteer. Thanks.
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The VSS Food Guide is your ticket to the vegetarian side of SG’s food paradise. Don’t leave home without it!
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Pls help VSS help SG more by donating part of the government’s Growth Dividend you receive.
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The visit of Dr Esselstyn and his dynamic wife, Ann, brought a powerful veg message to new audiences.
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His pioneering work has influenced world leaders, and this month, he will be speaking to doctors in Singapore. Catch Dr. Esselstyn's public talk on the 27th March and learn the Hard Truths about Heart Health.
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Hot off the press: the 2011 edition of the SG Vegetarian Food Guide, which features over 100 veg restaurants, is out now! Get yours here.
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Your last chance to enjoy the early bird discount to Dr. Esselstyn's talk on 27 Mar. Book now and learn how you and your loved ones can prevent and even reverse heart disease!
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Singapore's Health Minister Khaw Boon Wan and former US President Bill Clinton were both inspired by his work. This Mar, come meet Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn.
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Being veg isn't an either/or choice. More and more people, including this ST columnist, are finding their own ways to reduce meat.
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VSS wishes you and all our fellow beings, the best of Health and Happiness in 2011. Happy New Year!
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Queen lead guitarist, Brian - We Will Rock You - May, tells us why he has to speak for the animals.
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Knowledge is power. Increase your power at VSS’s two library talks on 5 and 8 Dec.
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Chickens are the land animals most eaten, at least 40 billion a year. See another side of our relationship with chickens.
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Would like to go vegan but just can't give up dairy? Let culinary consultant, Kirti, show you how to prepare vegan cheese that some say is even better than the real thing!
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iPhone users can now easily locate their favourite veggie eats. Be sure to check out the brand new Veg Food Guide app!
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Former US President, Bill Clinton, goes plant-based, and tells us why in a CNN interview.
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For health, environment and ethics? Here's one more reason to go plant-based: because it tastes better! Read how vegan cupcakes beat out traditional ones in a tv baking contest.
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Their brain may be the size of a wallnut, but these crows are much more intelligent than many of us realise. This and more in our newsletter, which will henceforth be a fortnightly issue.
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The great outdoors is calling and VSS has answered! Join our excursions to Pasir Ris and NANAS.
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Which vitamin supplements are good for us and which aren't? Dr Michael Greger gives his take in an interesting quiz format. Also learn why Chelsea Clinton's wedding was music to our ears.
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Paul McCartney talks about MeatFree Monday. In Singapore, VSS and other environment groups are working on launching our own Plant Based Day.
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Want to go plant-based but don't know how? Join this fun and friendly group who are dedicated to learning and sharing about plant-based nutrition.
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Wahington DC joins the growing list of cities to adopt a meat-free day, while Dr. Neal Barnard reveals how to 'magnetise' a baby.
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Want to stay fighting fit past middle age? Here are some tips from tennis star, Martina Navratilova.
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We're happy to hear that the Health Minister has returned to office. We are also delighted to learn that he has adopted a plant-based diet!
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Do non-human animals have emotions? This issue features a true story about a dairy cow and her baby calf.
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Here's an interesting perspective from TreeHugger's Graham Hill - 'If all of us ate half as much meat, it would be like half of us were vegetarian.'
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A host of notable personalities are vegetarian - our Vesak Day exhibition will feature many local ones. Here's an article on veg musicians.
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More and more, research is showing us that animals (including farm animals) posses many of the same characteristics as humans - from having complex emotions to the ability to use tools.
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There's a Chinese saying, 'disease enters through the mouth'. Dr. Yuen's talk on 9 May, VSS' Smoothie Workshops and other talks and seminars will certainly teach you the art of eating for health and well-being. Hope to see you at some of these.
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VSS' free student membership has got off to a great start with about 50 sign-ups so far. Spread the word and tell your friends to check out www.coolerplanet.sg.
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If you're a full-time student and 23 or below, you can now become a VSS member for free! Enjoy many member benefits and network with other students.
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We recounted and celebrated our events of 2009 at our AGM last Sat. This year promises to be just as (if not even more) exciting, with a fresh line-up of classes, talks, gatherings plus a special visit by Dr. Esselstyn in Oct.
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VSS rolls out new member privileges. But whether or not you're a member, join us on 20 March to share, discuss and celebrate. Expect food, goodie bags and some entertainment surprises!
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Do we really need meat for strength? Let's see what these two have to say - Hannah Teeter, a vegan Olympic medalist in snowboarding, and VSS' very own, fruit and nut powered triathlete, Yeow.
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VSS has been raising awareness to the benefits of meat reduction for 11 years. Join us at our AGM on 20 March, to share, celebarate, and plan for even better things to come!
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A secondary school student urges the authorities to take steps to reduce shark fin consumption, while in Mongolia, an unlikely vegetarian movement is taking root.
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Two more notable personalities champion cutting meat - one a leading climatologist, the other a food author. Whether for health, environment or ethics, meat reduction is the way to go.
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Will meat eating one day be frowned upon by society? Philip Wollen, of the Kindness Trust certainly thinks so. But no need to wait, sign up for a veg cookery class today and live a wiser, healthier and kinder life.
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Here's a fun and fruitful way to help the veg cause - Veggie Singles Night on 15th Jan. Be warned though, bringing the wrong fruit may bear undexpected consequences!
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28 December 09 - This issue includes 4 videos for your viewing pleasure. Compliments of the Season!
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18 December 09 - A start-up company is converting cooking oil into biofuel. Perhaps one day, instead of warming the earth, vehicle exhaust would just make our mouths water!
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08 December 09 - With Dr Pachauri and Sir Paul McCartney as veg ambassadors, awareness that Less Meat = Less Heat is certainly growing. Here in Singapore, life for vegetarians just keeps getting better - with more veg cooking classes, food outlets and X'mas events!
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26 Nov 09 - With Hopenhagen just over a week away, VSS is screening climate change movie THE AGE OF STUPID. Do the smart thing - join us on 5th Dec for movie and dinner under the stars!
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17 Nov 09 - 'If you don't eat meat, where do you get your protein?' is perhaps the most common question asked of vegetarians. Read on to see what Jonathan Safran Foer, author of the new book Eating Animals, has to say.
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05 Nov 09 - The climate for change is upon us as yet another expert - Lord Stern of Brentford - calls for meat reduction. And locally, our culinary experts show us that 'meat less' can be more delicious! Take a veg cooking class and never miss meat again!
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27 Oct 09 - The hot topic is climate change - here in Singapore and around the world, thousands of events marked the International Day of Climate Action. And in cyberspace, Greenpeace gives new meaning to the term 'thinking out of the box'.
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15 Oct 09 - What's in a number? Perhaps the difference between climate safety and catastrophe. Learn why 350 is so significant and join hundreds in Singapore for a fun and meaningful day on 24th Oct!
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06 Oct 09 - Less Meat = Less Heat! 18% of human produced greenhouse gas emissions are linked to livestock production. Most people don't know that. Join VSS on 24 Oct to spread the message.
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26 Sep 09 - Several years ago, VSS had a series of talks at a CC. Next weekend, Sat, 3 Oct, at Bishan Library, we start a new series of talks at libraries. The first talk examines why people are so nice to some animals, such as dogs and cats, but not nice at all to others, such as chickens.
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17 Sep 09 - The early bird catches the nice discount – just two weeks left, so do register soon to enjoy the sea breeze and panoramic views at our Tanjung Sutera getaway. Our newly revamped forum even has a thread on the subject. Do have a look.
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08 Sep 09 - Not as unorthodox as crushing noodle packets in supermarkets, but certainly more rejuvenating – discover Tanjong Sutera with us in Oct and put the wind back in your sails. Also meet Jennifer and Mo, our two vegetarian personalities this issue; diverse as they come, but one in veg.
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01 Sep 09 - The times are they a-changin’? Meat reduction certainly seemed to be on everyone’s lips at last weekend’s Climate Crisis Symposium. And speaking of times, did Time magazine plagiarise some of our material? (wink)
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20 Aug 2009 - The VSS eNewsletter gets a fresh makeover. We hope you like the new look. Among the features in this edition is the inspiring story of ex-model Chantel Goh, whose life was changed after veiwing our 'Seeds' VCD.
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