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Organic Produce Exposed At A Middle School Science Fair
The decades-long organic food debate has found its way from laboratories to farms and our very own kitchens. So, is organic produce really healthier for you? In 2010, Ria Chhabra’s parents were having this very argument when she decided to [...]
School Snacks Take A VERY Small Step In The Right Direction
Yesterday, the USDA shared its next generation of proposed regulations in the fight against childhood obesity. The Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010 was the first school lunch
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An Electron Microscope Reveals The Hidden Horrors Of Processed Foods Photographer Caren Alpert wanted a new perspective on everyday foods, so she turned to one of sciences' greatest tools,
Family Meals: A Potential Link To Life Or Death For Your Children
It's no secret that our society has moved away from both family meals and the dining room table, but new research suggests that this may be contributing to
Why Grocery Store Tomatoes Taste Bland
We have found ourselves increasingly disappointed by the bland, mealy tomatoes showing up on grocery store shelves. Have you ever noticed that tomatoes you buy at the grocery
Is wheat evil?
Up until recently, we were under the impression that it was ok to consume a few servings of wheat or other grains daily. In fact, we were surprised
Arsenic Found In Apple Juice
The Dr. Oz Show recently reported finding significant levels of Arsenic some of America’s most popular brands of apple juice. They found this cancer causing heavy metal in
Dirty Dozen™ Fruits and Vegetables
The Dirty Dozen is your key to effectively shopping for and consuming the best fruits and vegetables available. While, we believe that everyone should eat 100% organic, knowing which
Alternative Medicine A Key In Cancer Center Treatment
The National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) show that more and more people are opting to use Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) as part of their treatment for fighting cancer. According
Sugar Under Fire For Causing Fat and Disease
Sugar, already known to cause excess fat is under attack again and with good reason. In this week’s edition of New York Times Magazine, Gary Taubes takes on
