The Inconvenient Truth About Canola Oil
According to the mainstream media, Canola oil is “heart healthy” and a good source of monounsaturated fats similar to olive oil. Unfortunately, much of what you hear in the mainstream …
Foodprints
Everything we eat has a “foodprint”—or an impact on the world because of the way it is produced, packaged, shipped, sold or disposed of. The following articles are about the ecological and health impact of various foods and food production methods.
The Complete Guide to Egg Carton Labels (and What They Really Mean)
Finding eggs that are safe, nutritious and humanely raised can be a challenge for many people, and the labels on egg cartons certainly don’t help. Sometimes they can even be …
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Why Salt is Actually Good for You
Salt has earned a bad reputation in some circles, so it may comes as a surprise to hear this ancient seasoning, consumed unrefined and in moderation, is actually vital for …
Why You Should Join a CSA This Year
Imagine coming home with a big box of seasonal produce every week, grown by a local farmer. Or what if you could have it delivered right to your door? The …
Are Superfoods Bad for the Environment?
It seems like every time you open a food magazine or read a food website these days, people are promoting the latest “superfood.” I’ve learned from these sources that my …
8 Ways to Go Green with Your Pet
While humans and our insatiable consumerism are the primary drivers of climate change, pets have a surprisingly large impact of their own. With around one billion pet dogs and cats …
Save Money and the Planet with Meal Planning
We know now, more than ever, that our daily choices directly affect the environment, and the health and safety of future generations. We’ve gotten better about recycling, bringing reusable bags …
Why Eating Meat (or Eggs or Dairy) Won’t Kill You
Lately, animal products like eggs, dairy, and especially red meat have been blamed for cancer, heart disease and a host of other health problems. Here’s why you should be skeptical …
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Why We Should All Eat More Locally Grown Food
Many regions have declared September “Local Food Month.” It’s not a national celebration yet, but let’s hope it doesn’t become one. Every month should be local food month, and here’s …
Sorry Folks, Agave Syrup is Bad for You!
I spend a lot of time researching where my food comes from and it is very important to me to buy whole, least-processed foods, and to limit my family’s sugar …
Is Pork Bad for You?
People tend to be of only one of two minds about pork: On one side there are those who claim pork is unclean (or traif) because of religious prohibitions or …
How Grass Fed Beef Can Help SOLVE Climate Change
150 years ago, much of the Midwest was still covered with chest-deep prairie grassland, providing valuable food and habitat for billions of plant and animal species, including millions of elk, …
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