Genetically Modified Organisms—or GMOs—are engineered foods that have been a hot topic in recent history from an ethical and practical standpoint. However, when they first came about in the mid-1990’s GMOs were advertised as the solution to world hunger, according to the David Suzuki Foundation. The genetically modified crops were touted as immune to pesticides, […]
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Optimal snacks give kids more energy and help regulate mood, too. It’s hard for the little ones to manage their emotions when their blood sugar has taken a nosedive after a less-than-stellar snack. Here are 10 snack ideas that will give them energy and keep them happy from sunrise to sunset!
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According to dietary recommendations from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Americans aren’t eating enough whole grains. Six ounces of whole grains per day provides vital energy (via carbohydrates)—as well as a variety of vitamins, antioxidants, and minerals. However, incorporating more whole grains into your diet is one thing—while cooking them is another! If you […]
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What wild foods can we eat and which ones taste the best? You might be surprised to learn there are quite a few wild vegetables that not only taste delicious, but are really good for you!
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fruit is filled with fiber, which can keep you feeling full and keep you from indulging in less healthy food items. That’s why experts recommend all of us eat at least two cups of fruit every single day. But which fruits are the best for us?
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It would seem that the super food quinoa lives up to it’s health star status. The super grain is actually pretty amazing, but even though it’s a newer feature in North American health food and grocery stores, this super seed derived from the spinach plant has been utilized for thousands of year by Incan cultures. […]
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