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November 18, 1998

ime Company Press Release FEATURE/Where's the Bird? A

''Turkey-Free'' Thanksgiving --(BUSINESS WIRE FEATURES)--Nov. 10,

1998--Most of us could

not imagine a Thanksgiving celebration without a

turkey at its center. But thousands of Americans

this year will be sitting down to a traditional

Thanksgiving feast -- without the turkey. Why? It's a creative

event called the ``Turkey-Free'' Thanksgiving, which is

held the weekend before Thanksgiving in cities around

the country. The events, sponsored by the nonprofit

group EarthSave International, range from potluck

dinners to elegant, catered affairs. The

common theme is a meatless celebration of the fall

harvest and education about the impacts of our food

choices. For details about local events, see the fact

sheet below. Why Turkey Free? Today

more people are recognizing the connection between

diet and disease. The North American diet, with its

dependence on animal products, has been linked to chronic

diseases like heart disease, cancer, diabetes,

hypertension and obesity. And the ``factory-farming'' system

that produces this animal-based diet is taking a toll

on our soil, water and precious natural resources.

``We want people to see that what they eat affects not

only their own health but also the health of our

planet,'' explained EarthSave President Stacey Vicari.

``We're encouraging people to participate in the

`Turkey-Free' by enjoying the bounty of grains, vegetables

and fruits that are brought by a fall harvest.''

Interviews Vicari is available for interviews.

Contact Jim Littlefield-Dalmares at 502/589-7676, ext.

316, for details. What Is EarthSave?

EarthSave educates, inspires and empowers people to shift

toward a diet centered on fruits, vegetables, grains and

legumes -- foods that are healthy for people and for the

planet. Readers can call the organization at

502/589-7676, or e-mail www.earthsave.org.

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