Public Lectures
William Harris, MD
presents
Beyond Home Economics 101:
Putting Science into Nutrition
What's wrong with the establishment's approach to nutrition? Why does it lead to obesity and degenerative disease? By sorting foods by nutrient/Calorie instead of nutrient/weight, Dr. Harris will use data from Nutritionist IV and numerous graphics to show how the system can be fixed. He'll also discuss how the vegetarian grain based diets have set the stage for Atkins, Sears, and the low carb craze.
William Harris, M.D. received his medical degree from the University of California at San Francisco. After stints in San Diego, Los Angeles, and as a voluntary physician in Vietnam, he settled in Honolulu in the Emergency Department of Kaiser Permanente. A vegan for over 40 years, Dr. Harris is a founding director of the Vegetarian Society of Hawaii and has served in a variety of functions including six years as the newsletter editor. He's currently the coordinator/producer of the weekly TV series "Vegetarian," broadcast on Thursdays at 6 p.m. on Oceanic Cable Channel 52. Dr. Harris is the author of The Scientific Basis of Vegetarianism.
FREE Admission & Refreshments
Dates
December 8, 2004 (Maui)
December 11, 2004 (Oahu)
Nutrition Pioneer
GEORGE EISMAN, RD
Trying to lose weight? Unsure how to navigate food labels? Can't tell if your diet is meeting your nutritional needs? Learn to understand the foods you eat and their impact on long-term health.
George Eisman has taught nutrition at the college and university level since 1980 and created the nation's first credit program in Vegetarian Studies. He is a Registered Dietitian and has lectured at national and international nutrition conferences. He has written articles for the Journal of Nutrition Education and Vegetarian Times and now teaches the VEGEDINE Home-Study Course in Vegetarian and Vegan Nutrition. He is the author of that course's text, entitled A Basic Course in Vegetarian and Vegan Nutrition and also the popular book on ethical eating called The Most Noble Diet.
Dates
November 9, 2004 (Oahu)
November 10, 2004 (Maui)
November 13, 2004 (Oahu)
Master Herbalist JOHN WESTERDAHL, PhD
Presents
"Herbs and Supplements in
Health and Wellness"
Wednesday, October 20th at 7 p.m.
at the Cameron Center, 95 Mahalani St., in Wailuku.
Saturday, October 23, 7 p.m.,
McCoy Pavilion, Ala Moana Beach Park
• Learn about the latest information regarding the safety and efficacy of many of the popular nutritional and herbal supplements used today.
• Learn about the key nutritional supplements people should take for health and wellness.
• Learn how key dietary supplements optimize a healthy plant-based diet.
• Learn responsible nutritional supplementation and how to choose quality products.
• Learn about anti-aging nutritional supplements.
John Westerdahl, PhD, MPH, RD, CNS is a nutritionist, registered dietitian, certified nutrition specialist and master herbalist. He is the Director of Wellness & Lifestyle Medicine for Castle Medical Center in Kailua, the Nutrition Editor for Veggie Life magazine, co-host of the weekly popular radio talk show, Nutrition and You on KWAI 1080 AM radio, and hosts Dr. John's Health Moment on Oceanic Cable 16's Tasty & Meatless.
Dr. Westerdahl is a former Senior Nutritionist for one of the leading international nutritional and herbal supplement companies and his research has led to the formulation of several state of the art nutritional and herbal supplements. He is an American Dietetic Association panel member of leading scientific experts on dietary supplements.
Dr. Westerdahl serves on the faculty of the American Academy of Nutrition and is a member of numerous scientific and professional societies including the American Dietetic Association and the American College of Nutrition. He is listed in Who's Who in America and Who's Who in Medicine and Healthcare. He is the author of Medicinal Herbs - A Vital Reference Guide and co-author of The Millennium Cookbook: Extraordinary Vegetarian Cuisine.
Dates
October 20, 2004 (Maui)
October 23, 2004 (Oahu)
MARY ARAKAKI, RD & RAUL HAYASAKA
Presents
"Vegetarian Cooking & Meal Planning"
Wed., Sept. 8, 7 p.m.,
Ala Wai Golf Course Clubhouse*
Are you a new or transitioning vegetarian? Are you a vegetarian or vegan but not sure if you are meeting all of your nutrient needs? Would you like some new scrumptious vegan recipes and suggested meal plans? Do you want to be entertained by chef Raul who has a true passion for sharing the benefits of plant foods and can sing and cook at the same time both in Spanish and English?
If so, join registered dietitian Mary Arakaki and chef Raul Hayasaka from the Castle Wellness & Lifestyle Medicine Center on September 8th. Mary is a long time VSH member and serves on the board of directors as recording secretary. She is a nutrition counselor at the Wellness Center and she'd like to show you how to put together a meal plan that will include all the nutrients you need for optimal health. Raul is a retired teacher and principal but is a "rehired" chef. Born in Mexico, he first learned to cook while watching his mother, and he excels in Mexican cuisine. He is a certified dietary manager and a wellness cuisine instructor at Castle. Raul will demonstrate how fun and easy vegetarian cooking can be.
(No meeting will be held on Maui in September.).
Dates
Sept 8, 2004 (Oahu)
Kenneth Shapiro, PhD
Presents
"The Psychology of the Dinner Plate: Vegetarianism versus Carnism"
Who are the vegetarians? Do they espouse certain values, ideologies, politics? How do vegetarians and meat-eaters (carnists) differ on issues like violence, empathy, and connectedness to the world? Being a vegetarian is more than avoiding meat-based foods. It is a way of living in and looking at the world that can involve a change in consciousness, self-concept, and personal relations. In this talk, Dr. Shapiro will present findings from the emerging literature in the social sciences on the psychology of vegetarianism and, as well, of carnism.
Both an advocate and an academic, Kenneth Shapiro is the executive director of Society and Animals Forum, formerly Psychologists for the Ethical Treatment of Animals; editor of Society and Animals: Journal of Human-Animal Studies; and coeditor of the Journal of Applied Animal Welfare Science. Shapiro earned his BA from Harvard University and his PhD in clinical psychology from Duke University. His most recent book is Animal Models of Human Psychology: Critique of Science, Ethics and Policy.
Dates
August 4, 2004 (Oahu)
August 7, 2004 (Maui)
Linda Day
Presents
"Green Cuisine:
What You Eat Can Save the World"
Our planet provides everything we need to live: oxygen, fresh water, food, and energy. But these vital natural resources are being contaminated and depleted by large-scale animal agriculture at an accelerating and unsustainable rate. Rainforests are being cleared for grazing land, rivers and lakes are becoming polluted, and massive amounts of fossil fuels are being burned, all to support the "factory farms," slaughterhouses, and processing plants that produce meat for human consumption.
Join Linda Day on a fact-filled but fun exploration of how your diet can reduce the enormous threat we pose to our life-supporting environment.
Linda Day has been involved professionally and personally in environmental, animal rights, and human health issues all her life. Currently, she is Communications Coordinator for the University of Hawaii's Office of Sustainability, which earlier this year facilitated the opening of Ono Pono, a vegetarian café on the Manoa Campus that has become highly popular with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Dates
July 10, 2004 (Maui)
July 14, 2004 (Oahu)
MICHAEL KLAPER, MD
Presents
Things About Vegetarian Nutrition That I Don't Believe Anymore
Knowledge of the optimal vegetarian diet continues to evolve. Vegetarian author Michael Klaper, MD will discuss the surprising results of his latest research on vegetarian nutrition. Discover the most up-to-date information on optimizing your health and preventing and reversing life-threatening disease. Simple yet vital knowledge for living a long and healthy life.
Dr. Klaper is a gifted teacher, humorous lecturer, and author of successful books and videos. He's contributed to the making of two PBS television productions, "Food for Thought" and the award winning "Diet for a New America." He also hosts the popular radio program "Sounds of Healing," broadcast on Thursdays at 11 a.m. On Maui the program airs on KAOI AM 1110. On Kauai, KQNG AM 570.
Dates
June 9, 2004 (Oahu)
June 12, 2004 (Maui)
PEACEABLE KINGDOM
A New Film from the Producers of The Witness
At a time when the public is more concerned than ever about the health and environmental problems associated with large-scale factory farming, Peaceable Kingdom explores another angle of this unfolding story: the interconnected life journeys of farm animals, former farmers, and animal rescuers struggling against an out of control industrial system.
Breaking generations of silence in the farm community, Peaceable Kingdom weaves together themes of respect, forgiveness, commitment, and healing, offering a vision of a more peaceful world that is well within our reach. (tribeofheart.org)
Showings
May 8, 2004 (Maui)
May 12, 2004 (Oahu)
Peter Burwash
Recognized as one of the top tennis coaches in the world
Without good health, we're not as motivated or capable of doing very much with our lives. In this presentation, you'll gain a practical understanding, in layperson's terms, of both nutrition and exercise.
You'll Find Out:
* Why so many people are dying of heart attacks at such a young age
* Why the number of cancer patients continues to increase
* Why men & women put on weight differently
* Why the U.S. has more hospitals, doctors, and mental institutions
per capita than any other country
* How to deal with stress through better nutrition and exercise
Peter Burwash is recognized as one of the top tennis coaches in the world. A Canadian and Davis Cup champion, he won 19 singles and doubles titles during his years on the tennis tour. He's the author of ten books, including Total Health, and is the founder and president of the world's largest tennis management company. A gifted and highly entertaining speaker, Peter has motivated audiences worldwide.
Apr 28, 2004 (Oahu)
"Mad Cowboy" Howard Lyman
A former cattle rancher-turned-vegetarian and food safety activist
Learn about the risk of "Mad Cow" disease in America, the diet of mad cows, and the diet of a mad society - the plain truth from the cattle rancher who won't eat meat.
Howard Lyman has brought the issue of the dangers of eating beef to light like never before. A former cattle rancher-turned-vegetarian and food safety activist, in 1996 Lyman revealed to a national television audience how the cattle industry potentially exposed Americans to "Mad Cow" disease by feeding cows the remains of animals - including other cows. As a result of his remarks, Lyman was named a co-defendant with Oprah Winfrey in the infamous libel case brought by Texas cattlemen.
Apr 14, 2004 (Maui)
Apr 17, 2004 (Oahu)
ALICIA SILVERSTONE IN HONOLULU
to speak on
“Vibrancy and the Spirit of Living”
Alicia Silverstone, the popular actress and producer who starred in such films as “Clueless,” “Blast From The Past” and most recently NBC’s acclaimed drama-comedy “Miss Match” will make a rare personal appearance in Honolulu to speak about “Vibrancy and the Spirit of Living” on Thursday, April 1 from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Hawaiian Mission Academy on Pensacola St., just mauka of H1.
She will discuss her secrets to beauty, good health and success, and show you how to discover easy ways to control your weight, look and feel better, and reduce illnesses – practical advice on living a healthy and successful life.
Apr 1, 2004 (Oahu)
Apr 2, 2004 (Maui)
PARK JAE OH, Esq
Mr. Park Jae Oh is a well known lawyer and TV personality in Korea. He is a leader of the Korean Vegetarian Association and a consultant to the new young vegetarian food industry in Korea. He will present a new video showing the current state of the vegetarian movement in Korea, including restaurants and food factories. Ten kinds of vegan food manufactured in Korea will be prepared for sampling by the audience after the talk.
Mr. Chung Chong Ha will also be coming to Hawaii for this event. He has been a vegan for more than 20 years. He opened the first vegan restaurants in Korea, and is currently a vegan restaurant manager. The lecture will be delivered in English, but a translator will be available, especially during the question and answer period, and afterwards to talk with guests.
March 10, 2004 (Maui)
March 13, 2004 (Oahu)
JOEL FUHRMAN, MD
Joel Fuhrman, M.D. is a board-certified family physician specializing in nutritional medicine. He is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and was a former member of the United States World Figure Skating Team. As one of the country's leading experts on nutritional and natural healing, Dr. Fuhrman has appeared in hundreds of magazines, radio, and television shows including Good Morning America, CNN, Good Day NY, the Food Network, and the Discovery Channel's Second Opinion with Oprah and Dr. Mehmet Oz. Dr. Fuhrman is the author of the recent best-selling book, Eat To Live, The Revolutionary Formula for Fast and Sustained Weight Loss
Saturday, February 14, 2004, 7 p.m.
The Greatest Diet on Earth
Thursday, February 12, 2004, 7 p.m. (Oahu)
You Can Get Rid of Diabetes
Wednesday, February 11, 2004, 7 p.m. (MAUI)
The Greatest Diet on Earth
Jim Motavalli
There has never been a better time for environmentalists to become vegetarians. Evidence of the environmental impacts of a meat-based diet is piling up at the same time its health effects are becoming better known. Find out how meat consumption has created an environmental disaster with wide and sometimes catastrophic consequences.
Saturday, January 17, 2004, 7 p.m.
So, You're an Environmentalist; Why Are You Still Eating Meat?
Thursday, January 15, 2004, 7 p.m. (Maui)
So, You're an Environmentalist; Why Are You Still Eating Meat?
TERRY SHINTANI, MD & YANA LEHUA
Terry Shintani, MD is the author of the Eat More, Weigh Less Diet, the Hawaii Diet and The Good Carbohydrate Revolution.
Yana Lehua, a vegetarian for over 25 years, has given hundreds of home style vegetarian cooking demonstrations as part of the Down To Earth Community Outreach Team.
Saturday, December 13, 2003, 7 p.m.
Healthy Holiday Eating: A Lecture & Cooking Demonstration
CALDWELL ESSELSTYN, JR., MD
Since 1985 Caldwell B. Esselstyn, Jr. MD has conducted the longest running study that clearly proves that heart disease can be arrested or reversed.
Wednesday, November 12th at 7:00 pm
Poor Nutrition: A Weapon of Mass Destruction
Thursday, November 13th at 7:00 pm
Poor Nutrition: A Weapon of Mass Destruction
Saturday, November 15th at 7:00 pm
Poor Nutrition: A Weapon of Mass Destruction
WILLIAM HARRIS, MD
A founding and current director of the Vegetarian Society of Hawaii, has been a vegetarian since 1950 and vegan since 1963.
Wednesday, October 8, 2003, 7 p.m. (Maui)
Some Thoughts on the Raw Food
Saturday, October 11, 2003, 7 p.m.
Some Thoughts on the Raw Food
His leading edge information and unique and humorous presentation skills promise an entertaining and educational experience not to be missed.
Michael Greger MD
Thursday, September 4, 2003, 7 p.m.
Killer Fats and Acrylamide: How Some Vegetarian Foods May be Damaging Our Health
Friday, September 5, 2003, 5 p.m.
Corporate Globalization: Trading Away Our Right to Protect Animals
Monday, September 8, 2003, 5 p.m.
Going Vegetarian: A How-To Guide For Making The Change
Wednesday, September 10, 2003, 7 p.m.
Optimum Nutrition: New Research on Omega 3s and B12
Saturday, September 13, 2003, 7 p.m. (MAUI)
Optimum Nutrition: New Research on Omega 3s and B12
Wayne Pacelle
One of America's most importaint animal rights activists.
"-The Los Angeles Times"
Wednesday, August 13, 2003, 7 p.m.
Fighting Animal Exploitation
Saturday, August 16, 2003, 7 p.m. (MAUI)
Fighting Animal Exploitation
A Cooking Demonstration by
Paul Onishi with Vishnu Om
Wednesday, July 9, 2003, 7 p.m.
Healthy Alternatives Through Soy
FARM SANCTUARY CO-FOUNDER
GENE BAUSTON
Wednesday, June 11, 2003, 7 p.m.
THE DANGERS OF FACTORY FARMS
ORGANIC FARMING EXPERT
KIMBERLY D. CLARK, PhD
Wednesday, May 14, 2003, 7 p.m.
ORGANIC FOODS: THEIR FUTURE IS UP TO YOU
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