“Meatless Monday” is a relatively familiar term these days for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike, but did you ever wonder where the term originated? Interestingly, the birth of “Meatless Mondays” was actually during World War I, when food rationing was important to the war effort.

Colleges and universities around the country are in full swing, and as dorms and cafeterias are buzzing with smart, young adults, college dining halls are finding that vegetarian menu options are in high demand.

A new report by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reveals the ten riskiest foods regulated by the agency, based on information tracked by the Center for Science in the Public Interest and data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Interestingly, half of the items are animal-based products (and arguably some of the vegetables were contaminated by animal sources).

In study after study, consumers are showing their interest in vegetarian foods as more people become concerned with health, animals, and the environment. Big businesses appear to have their ear to the wall, affirming that the trend toward vegetarian food products is here to stay.