The stinking rose, as called by the Romans, is potent in more than just its flavor. The Allicin responsible for the pungent smell and taste is also what contributes to garlic’s many health benefits, including reducing blood pressure, increasing good … Continue reading
From Food Navigator USA: The FDA yesterday released draft guidelines on the regulation of GE animals in the marketplace, which set out the requirements and recommendations for producers of GE animals and products derived from them. Read the full story … Continue reading
From the New York Times: IT used to be, an egg was an egg. Now they can be cage free and free range, vegetarian and omega-3 fortified, organic, “certified humane” or “American humane certified.” The incredible, edible egg is becoming … Continue reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — Denver, CO — September 16, 2008 — Bimbo Bakeries USA today announced a voluntary recall of Oroweat 100% Whole Wheat bread because it may contain tree nuts that are not listed on the label. Individuals with … Continue reading
Ralston Foods Issues Allergy Alert For Undeclared Milk Ingredients In Western Family Variety Pack Instant Oatmeal FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — September 15, 2008 — Ralston Foods, Division of Ralcorp Holdings, Inc. is recalling 14664 cartons of Western Family Variety Pack … Continue reading
from Small Bites blogger Andy Bellatti: There are now plenty of products on store shelves marketed as “whole wheat” that are not 100% whole grain, but rather a mix of whole wheat flour and white flour. Read entire post What … Continue reading
An short and excellent summary over at the 2 health and wellness blog: The word antioxidant is used to describe a group of vitamins, minerals, polyphenols and carotenoids whose job it is to protect the body from destructive free radicals. … Continue reading
Test your understanding of what “high in fiber”, “low fat”, “excellent source of protein” really mean. Brought to you by the Sacramento Bee. Answer True/False: 1. When a product is touted as “high” in a nutrient, it must contain at … Continue reading
Although the height of blueberry season in the US is June July, you can still get fresh blueberries from Canada in September. But if you can’t get them fresh, fear not, because no fruit freezes as good as a blueberry. … Continue reading
We all know that we should eat healthier foods. Yet for most of us, a visit to the supermarket usually ends with several unintended purchases. Raise your hands if have ended up buying a bag of chips, or some candy … Continue reading