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Expertise
I can answer almost all questions about animals raised for food... and the horrifying truths of the abuse and torture these animals endure. Also, about the health ramifications of eating animals or their products, i.e. heart disease, cancer, diabetes, obesity, and a host of other diseases linked to our diets. Any questions on existing on a plant based diet, solely, raw diet and the health benefits.
Experience in the area
Author of the book “The Fast Food Craze, Wreaking Havoc on Our Bodies and Our Animals” and co-author of the new book, "The Missing Peace, The Hidden Power of our Kinship with Animals". Health researcher, 34 year vegetarian, speaker, educator/consultant, television guest appearing all over the country, radio host of the top rated show “Wake Up America” on GlobalTalk Radio, and published columnist. Now affiliated with PCRM (Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine) as a "Heart Health" speaker, and SPEAK, as a Humane Educator.
Organizations
Mercy for Animals, Compassion over Killing, Friends of Animals, PCRM (Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine) Farm Sanctuary, Animal Acres, Catskill Animal Sanctuary.
Publications
LA Life Magazine, Personal Excellence Magazine, and several other misc. publications.
Education/Credentials
See above
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| Lea | 10/29/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so much for taking the ..... |
| Susan | 10/08/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks!! Quick and informative response. |
| Shirley | 05/20/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | You are an awesome expert!!! Thanks so ..... |
| Daniel | 05/02/09 | 9 | 10 | 6 | 10 | thank you |
| Reva | 03/26/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thank you!!! great answers!! |
Recent Answers from Tina Volpe
2009-11-17 animal rights and hunting:
Hi Sara, If you look at animals as sentient beings (like us), helpless and unable to tell us their wants and needs and desires, extremely similar to a human infant, anyone in their right mind would
2009-11-09 research paper:
Hi Tyler, In my opinion there are no pro's about dog fighting, and since this isn't my expertise, here is a website that might help you! http://www.hsus.org/hsus_field/animal_fighting_the_final_round/dogfighting_fact_
2009-11-04 research paper:
Hi Chelsey, Have you seen Meet your Meat? This is actual footage of what these animals endure. It's horrible. Pigs are kept in gestation crates, male calves, which are of no use to the dairy industry
2009-10-29 A few questions:
Hello Lea, Happily - I can answer these questions! 1. Risks are heart disease, cancer, diabetes, osteoporosis, obesity, and many other diseases. 2. Benefits of a plant based diet are enormous
2009-10-27 the truth:
HI Chelsey, Sorry for the delay in answering - I didn't get the email telling me there was a question pending.... Yes, it is true that male chicks are separated (not needed for egg production) and
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