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AJCN Fifth International Congress on Vegetarian Nutrition May, 2009 - SUMMARY - Here's all the latest word on benefits and awarenesses that are important to vegetarian and vegan diets. Please go to http://www.beloit.edu/nutrition/ln/ln09mayajcnvege.htm for explanations of the topics listed below and links to the article abstracts.

Dimensions of vegetarian diets - There are several dimensions to the study of vegetarian or plant-based diets. But even a vegetarian diet cannot guarantee your health against cancer . In contrast to fish oil, plant omega-3s are too short to reduce risk of prostate cancer and even increase risk. Ready-to-eat cereals reduce childhood obesity. Low-fat vegan diet reduces diabetes risk . Omega-3 fats are antiinflammatory, antithrombotic, and antiarrhythmic. Plant-based [antioxidant-rich] diet prevents middle age cognitive and physical decline. Vegetarians reduce risk for chronic disease.

Vegans should be sure to get enough of this list of micronutrients - Micronutrients of special concern for the vegan include vitamins B-12 and D, calcium, and long-chain n–3 (omega-3) fatty acids.

Milk may not help build strong bones . Eating nuts lowers risk of obesity. Eating nuts lowers risk of heart disease. Nuts and fish oil provide healthier blood . Soy has many health benefits . Phytoestrogens in soy do not increase breast cancer risk. Soy formula better for infants than milk formula .
Eating meat is a major cause of global warming - Carbon footprint of foods - A recent study of 20 items sold in Sweden showed a span of 0.4 to 30 kg CO2 equivalents/kg edible product.

I hope you are able to have an organic garden like they have at the US White House now.