simon cowell in bikini lol

Simon was prompted by fellow American Idol alum, the UK version (and long-time vegetarian) Leona Lewis who asked him to partake weekly in not eating meat.

Why? First because Simon is a big fan of Lewis and also because he’s an ardent animal lover. He plans to spread the vegetarian word to all his UK co-horts and as an international star, get the ball rolling all over the globe. Not too mention, that after a few more Meatless Mondays, he’ll look even more fetching in his itty bitty teeny weeny blue bikini. Ha!

Let’s also give credit to Sir Paul McCartney, who started the Meatless Monday campaign to give people an easy entry into the world of a plant-based meal. Essentially you’re given recipes, videos and other good simple ideas on turning your Mondays into a meat-free zone.

Kudos to Simon for supporting Meatless Mondays, and to Paul for creating it. Yay!

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The NFL couldn’t have picked a BETTER musician to sing the most beautiful song on the planet for Superbowl 2010.

The delicious Carrie Underwood who donned an all white pant suit was given the honor, but some are saying her rendition of the National Anthem was flat. Listen to the video yourself and see. I don’t find it flat at all, it was PERFECT.

And hearty congrats! to the New Orleans Saints for an exciting and awesome Superbowl win.

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The Goldbeck’s have been touting the benefits and fun aspects of a healthy lifestyle for over 3 decades. How do they define healthy living? Through what they call “vegetarian whole foods cuisine”. The idea is simple really, that we should all use ingredients that are whole grain based and organic. You’re probably saying well that isn’t new or noteworthy. But wait! What you don’t know is that the Goldbeck’s were promoting this back in 1983. Yes, 1983! That is definitely noteworthy.

With their publication of American Wholefoods Cuisine, a HUGE vegetarian recipes cookbook that emphasizes:

• high-fiber
• low-fat
• low-sugar
• low-salt
• whole-grain

vegetarian recipes. 1,300 vegetarian recipes to be exact, David and Nikki Goldbeck put vegetarian cooking, meals and lifestyle on the map.

As for the cookbook itself, wow! that is a massive collection of meat-free meal ideas and this princely volume would site nicely on the shelf of any vegetarian, or really anyone who wants to learn to incorporate more meatless cooking.

Everything from short order to gourmet is included, as is desserts and baked goods. The book was originally printed in 1983, but a second edition was printed in 2006 and is now available online via Amazon. (link above)

Short Publisher Review Below:

They call the whole-foods diet a “Darwinian” one because it’s similar to the diet that our ancestors followed 50,000 years ago–”foods provided by our habitat.” The Goldbecks write, “Just as we cannot put unleaded gasoline in our 1950 Chevy pickup and expect it to run efficiently, modern technological foods may be inappropriate for our prehistoric bodies.” The simplicity of this theory is outstanding, although rushed lifestyles and the ubiquity of convenience foods make it easy to eat overprocessed, unnutritious junk at every meal. With most of its delicious recipes utilizing seven or fewer ingredients, however, American Wholefoods Cuisine can help you take the plunge into a healthier way of feeding your body.

Through their website HealthyHighways.com, the Goldbeck’s share resources, information and fun tidbits on good cooking and good eating.

I asked David a few questions about their website and below is his reply.

Let me know if you have the book and if so, what is your fave recipe from it?

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It seems her recent appearance on America’s Got Talent gave her judge fever. Well apparently she’s a HUGE fan of the popular music show and got the gig from Simon Fuller. From what I’ve read online, Ellen got a massive 5 year deal. That’s huge!!!

“I’m thrilled to be the new judge on AMERICAN IDOL,” said DeGeneres. ”I’ve watched since the beginning, and I’ve always been a huge fan. So getting this job is a dream come true, and think of all the money I’ll save from not having to text in my vote.”

She’s no Paula Abdul. I will miss Paula because who can fight better with Simon than Paula. And that silly banter makes me laugh. Sorry Ellen I like you and you’re super funny at times, but Paula will be missed. And as for Cara, I’m really not sure what she’s still doing there. Not to be mean or snarky, but she brings nothing to the table. Sorry Cara!

What do you think, Is Ellen a suitable replacement for Paula?

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Today I want to let you in on a few little known but interesting fun facts about the sexy mystery lady over 70. Read on for more on Mimi.

1. Her birthday is next month, yep she turns 71. Wanna get her a gift? Bookmark September 23rd on your calendar.

2. She eats a mostly “raw foods” diet, as it helps her with keeping arthritis at bay.

3. She has owned and sold several spa and health food companies, one as early as last year.

4. She has four kids and seven grand kids.

5. Mimi has beautiful long blonde hair.

6. She has an account on and is quite popular with Facebook, and coincidentally it was via this social media site that she won the coveted PETA title. As she relied and called upon her fans to vote her up.

7. She’s a Democart. I mean democrat. Woohoo!!!

8. She’s a big fan of farmers’ markets. And practices qui-jong. (not sure what that is, but sounds interesting)

9. She’s a grad of Hollywood Senior High. (circa 1956)

10. She’s 70. C’mon is there anything MORE interesting than that? I don’t think so.

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Wow! She looks fantastic. Her name is Mimi Kirk and she hails from Ramona, California. As for how it all happened, essentially Mimi was on Facebook when she read about the annual over 50 vegetarian PETA contest and decided to enter, she had no idea she would become so popular and that droves upon droves of fans from all over the world would vote for her. She ended up taking home first prize. Top honors.

You have to watch the video below and see for yourself how amazing Mimi Kirk looks. Mimi credits her longevity, good looks and zeal to her vegetarianism of 30 some years. She also is a big fan of raw foods.

There’s no denying she looks awesome, but there might be some debate over her age. She truly DOES NOT look a day past 45.

Wow!!!

70 is the new 40.

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R.I.P.

Michael Jackson

1958-2009

What is your favorite MJ songf? Mine is Billie Jean. If your body doesn’t move when that song comes on – you’re dead.

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12.  Crops require less land than livestock, easing global starvation and conflict.
11.  Going vegetarian helps put a stop to rain forest destruction.
10.  Vegetarians don’t have to worry about getting parasites from undercooked meat. And worries about mad cow disease are also a thing of the past.
9.  With an ever expanding array of vegetarian-catering stores, including Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods Market, it’s easier than ever to try the lifestyle.
8.  Vegetarians tend to eat a richer, more varied diet.
7.  Quitting meat can help lower your cholesterol.
6.  Going vegetarian can add three to six years to your life! [1]
5.  Reductions in dairy and meat can lower allergies and PMS symptoms, according to multiple studies.
4. Studies show vegetarians have better sex! [2]
3. Vegetarians tend to be slender and attractive — many celebrated celebs are vegetarians or vegans.
2. Recent research has proven even “primitive” animals like crabs can feel pain.
1. Meat is not a natural part of the human diet — humans can’t properly digest uncooked meat, though uncooked veggies are a tasty treat!

A special thanks to these informative sources…

[1] NursingDegree.net: “57 Health Benefits of going vegan”
[2] New York Post: “NBC Pulls Sexually Themed PETA Superbowl Commercial”
[3] MSNBC : “Lobsters and crabs feel pain, study shows”

Pic: Sunny,  a runner-up in PETA’s “Sexiest Vegetarian Next Door 2009″

Editor note – Wow! Sunny looks an awful lot like Allyssa Milano.

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Pamela Anderson hasn’t won any Academy Awards for her acting, but its hard to find many celebrities more worthy of an award for their offstage actions.  Pam became a vegetarian in her teens, when she saw her father cleaning an animal he had hunted.

Ever since, she has been a proud participant of several PETA campaigns, protesting against fur and KFC cruelty.  A native of Canada, she also campaigned against seal hunting in her home country.

She also has been a spokesperson for AIDS and HIV research.  And most recently she became a celebrity spokesperson for the American Liver Foundation.

So from her sexy good looks to her strong history of charitable work, its hard for vegetarians not to love Pam Anderson!

To quote Borat: “Pamela, I am no longer attracted to you… NOT!”

Keep up the good work, Pam!

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