American Food Waste Facts
Food waste a hidden issue in the United States. Get the facts on how a country with a lot of surplus is really dealing with the excess.
What Is GMO? And Is It A Safe Technology?
GMO technology is used in many foods present in our supermarket. This technology is brand-new, and already affecting the food chain. Is it safe to eat, or does it have certain drawbacks?
Hershey To Use 100% Certified Cocoa By 2020
North America’s biggest chocolate manufacturer caves to domestic and international pressures and promises to go Fair Trade.
10 Bugs You Didn’t Know You Could Eat
Many insects are actually a good (and cheap) source of protein, and while most people eat bugs out of necessity, nowadays some insects are also considered a delicacy. Eating bugs could even help reduce greenhouse gas emissions. So pull up a chair, grab your plate, and read on to learn the top 10 edible insects, based on taste and popularity.
Prevent Acne by Changing Your Diet
When people break out they immediately open the medicine cabinet to see what they can put on their face, but they never look at their diet for the solution.
Monsanto Flips Stance on GMO Labeling
Agricultural biotechnology giant Monsanto is fighting a California ballot proposition that would mandate GMO labeling on foods.
New App Can Tell You if Your Food is Organic
Want to know if that salad is organic? Turns out, there’s an app for that!
5 Tips for a Healthier Trip to the Ballpark
It’s time to get ready for baseball season, and that means one thing for sure: food! Unfortunately, ballpark food is often the unhealthiest of all, yet so hard to resist. Here are tips to enjoy the games while staying healthy.
The Beauty of Heirloom Seeds
Heirloom seeds offer small links to our past that can feed us today. Their proven track record can help us grow safer, better tasting, chemical-free fruits and vegetables while we’re trying to be self-sufficient and a friend to Mother Nature.
Simple Ways to Reduce Everyday Food Waste (Part 2)
Here are some tips on how to reduce the amount of food wasted everyday: shop more often, freeze leftovers, buy locally, and know the labels.
Simple Ways to Reduce Everyday Food Waste (Part 1)
The average U.S. household creates about 1.3 pounds of food waste each day. Follow these to tips to reduce the amount of food you throw away: organize the fridge, plan meals, and shop better.
New App Detects Plant Diseases
How can we detect plant diseases, halt the spread of pathogens and do a better job protecting our food supply resources? There’s an app for that!
Choosing Sustainable Beverages
If you’re a regular reader here, chances are you know the importance of eating well and of trying to eat local and organic foods. However, if you’re washing those healthy foods down with unhealthy or unsustainable beverages, does it cancel out your sustainable food choices?