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Weekend reads: Jars, jars and more jars

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February 3 2012 | Posted in Food & Health | Read More »

Weekend reads: Jars, jars and more jars

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February 3 2012 | Posted in Food & Health | Read More »

Why people-pleasers eat more in social situations

People who strive to keep other people happy may eat too much in social situations, a new study says.

February 1 2012 | Posted in Food & Health | Read More »

Sugar should be regulated as a toxin, researchers say

A spoonful of sugar might make the medicine go down.

February 1 2012 | Posted in Food & Health | Read More »

McDonald’s gets rid of ‘pink slime’ in beef

If you’ve watched “Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution,” you’ll probably be familiar with “pink slime.” It’s what he refers to as the last bits of cow that are scraped or centrifugally removed from cow parts that are usually considered inedible when the rest of the edible parts have been removed. ? These cow parts are ground together and cleaned with ammonium hydroxide — because without the chemical treatment, it would be d

February 1 2012 | Posted in Food, Food & Health | Read More »

Jay Leno eats his veggies for Michelle Obama

? Earlier this week, I mentioned that Michelle Obama had challenged Jay Leno in a tweet to eat some vegetables when she visited his show. Last night, the first lady was a guest on “The Tonight Show,” and to no one’s surprise, she persuaded Leno to munch away on the food she brought. ? Of course, she didn’t present Leno with a tray of raw veggies.

February 1 2012 | Posted in Food, Food & Health | Read More »

What to know about the cinnamon challenge and kids

Cinnamon has several health benefits.

February 1 2012 | Posted in Food & Health, Water | Read More »

Savvy Sustainable Practices at California’s Bison Brewery are as Good as the Chocolat Stout

One of the most highly touted green craft brewers around, Bison Brewery delivers alternative flavors like Honey Basil Ale and Fall Gingerbread Ale, in addition to the award-winning Chocolat Stout.

February 1 2012 | Posted in Food & Health | Read More »

What would happen if I only ate one kind of food?

Nutritionists recommend eating a “varied diet,” foraging among all the food groups every day. But is that really necessary, or is it just a recommendation for healthy living

January 31 2012 | Posted in Food, Food & Health | Read More »

Ask Pablo: Are Soda Makers Really Greener?

Dear Pablo: I have been seeing a lot of advertisements claiming that soda makers are better for the environment.

January 31 2012 | Posted in Food & Health | Read More »