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It seems the news is constantly filled with food recalls that affect North American consumers. To better protect yourself, read up on these must know facts about food-borne bacteria.

You might be surprised to learn that maple syrup actually has more uses and nutritional benefits than something that’s just flavored sugar (basically, corn syrup and a bunch of other bad stuff). We look into some sweet facts and uses for this tasty Canadian treat.

Traditional picnic foods include fried chicken, crackers and cheese, potato chips, and sandwiches, but only some of these food items are worth your time! Here’s how to celebrate Picnic Day with health in mind.

Gardening encourages relaxation and reconnects us with Mother Nature, and it’s a great way to teach your children about environmental responsibility and where their food comes from. So let’s take a look at some easy to grow vegetables and herbs to get your garden started.

When it comes to weight loss, society is all about extremes. Detoxes, diet plans, pills, drinks, workout routines…but it doesn’t have to be like that! There are simple tweaks a person can make to get into a slimmer body and healthier life!

Your body is designed to process salts, however certain quantities added to food can prove too much for our kidneys to handle. This can especially be dangerous if you have pre-existing health conditions. Here’s a look into the pros and cons of salt in your diet.