Loma Linda University's School of Public Health will host the 4th International Congress on Vegetarian Nutrition, April 8-11, 2002. This event will be held on the Loma Linda campus in California. Held each five years, these congresses provide an in-depth review of current research into vegetarian nutrition and a forum for discussing the issues.

"Professional interest in vegetarian eating has reached unprecedented heights, and speakers are coming from all around the world," says Dr. Joan Sabat?, Congress chair. "This Congress offers an outstanding opportunity for researchers and health professionals, educators, students, and lay people to learn from each other in plenary sessions, workshops, poster sessions and social gatherings."

Major topics include vegetarian eating and its results in longevity/mortality and bone health, as well as issues surrounding high soy consumption and the benefit to the environment of more people choosing to be vegetarian. The last day of the Congress will focus on the practical application of vegetarian nutrition and how people can eat more healthfully.

For more information and to register, please contact the web site www.vegetariannutrition.org or write to us at: 4th International Congress on Vegetarian Nutrition, School of Public Health, Nichol Hall Room 1115, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda CA 92350. Phone: (909) 558 7169, Fax: (909) 558 4095.