by Gwen O’Neill

More people are turning to a partial or complete vegetarian diet because of health concerns. I frequently see articles in magazines or news reports on TV about the benefits of a diet filled with fruits and vegetables as the way to prevent disease and live a longer, healthier life.

Coastside Veggies is a group for Coastsiders interested in vegetarianism or animal rights. They connect and support each other and share news and information about vegetarian living on the coast.

They maintain an active mailing list which can be joined by sending a blank email to coastveg-subscribe@yahoogroups.com, by calling 415-269-2892, or visit www.bay areaveg.org/contact.htm.