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In January 2004 four addax arrived at Cleveland Amory Black Beauty Ranch in Texas. The three females and one male came from another sanctuary that had encountered hard times and had to send its animals to other sanctuaries. They are antelope whose coats change color from brown to tan or white, according to the seasons.

Cold Sesame Noodles is a spicy appetizer, often called Cold Szechuan Noodles after the traditionally fiery cuisine of Szechuan Province in Mainland China. While its international reputation for spicy-hot and flavorful cuisine is well deserved, at least a third of the dishes from this region are not at all spicy.

This easy recipe calls for spaghetti or linguini, however you may also use Asian style Udon noodles or whole wheat pasta.

Sesame oil, a common ingredient in Asian cookery, is made from toasted sesame seeds, and adds a rich, nutty flavor to cold noodle dishes, miso soup, and sautés. Sesame oil is used as a finishing-oil in cooking and not for sautéing, as prolonged exposure to heat will distort its rich flavor.

Despite evidence to the contrary, the meat and dairy industries continue to barrage the world with propaganda touting their benefits. We asked our members what reasons these groups could have (aside from self-preservation) for continuing to promote death on a plate. While the answers many not surprise you they certainly provide food for thought.

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Asparagus is a delightful vegetable, rich in nutrients with distinctive green spears that make a lovely presentation. Long known for its strong diuretic properties, the early Greeks used this delicately flavored vegetable for medicinal purposes, believing it could prevent bee stings and ease toothaches.

Asparagus is very low in calories, and sodium, and a good source of fiber, folic acid, and flavanoids. Select bright green asparagus with closed, compact, firm tips.  If the tips become slightly wilted, you can freshen them by soaking in ice water for 10 minutes or so.

Having a dog that is starting to advance in years needs special care that is different from that of a much younger dog or puppy. A dog that has hit its senior years often has lost a lot of its former spunk and energy.

Plant-based cuisine is a whole lot more than salads and side dishes, however, when traveling, that is often what we get. It can be difficult to find a good vegetarian or vegan meal when traveling; and particularly true in a foreign country, where language and cultural barriers may cause you to wonder just exactly what is on your plate.

Cats make some of the best companions you can have. They are especially good for people who have busy lives and schedules that can’t afford to give a pet all of their time and attention.