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Full-Circle Chef: Georgia Pellegrini
The chef and author of Girl Hunter shares her thoughts on foraging and hunting to bring her food to plate.
The Cravings Whisperer: Alexandra Jamieson
Author Alexandra Jamieson is on a mission to help women learn to listen to their desires — and to understand the deeper meaning behind their cravings.
6 Ways to Simplify and Improve Your Relationship With Food
Tips for using your senses and instincts to eat healthy.
Biodiversity in Your Grocery Bag
The choices we make at the supermarket are having a bigger impact than many of us might realize.
The Hidden Chemicals in Fast Food: How Your Favorite Meal May Be Exposing You to Toxins
New research suggests that people who eat fast food have higher phthalate levels.
Shift to Plant-Based Feed Affects Nutritional Value of Farmed Fish
New study shows aquaculture industry’s move to plant-based feed reduces omega-3 levels.
Soda Consumption Hits 30-Year Low
Industry reports suggest bottled water could surpass soda as America’s favorite nonalcoholic beverage by 2017.
In Praise of Pickling
All you need is a few quick-pickling tricks to make your life a little easier and your microbiome a lot happier.
Book Review: Eat Dirt
In his new book, Dr. Josh Axe suggests that learning to eat dirt — literally and metaphorically — could be the best way to repair our microbiota.
Trends in Food Spending
Restaurant sales are showing an unprecedented increase — and that desire for convenience could be hurting our wallets and our waistlines.
The Trouble With Trends
There are reasons behind the rise and fall of certain foods — and some are more alarming than amusing.
Detox Your Food and Your Life: Q&A With Amie Valpone
After years of struggling with her own chronic illness, nutritionist and blogger Amie Valpone shares how an anti-inflammatory, whole-food diet has changed her life for the better.
FDA to Begin Testing for Glyphosate in Food
Debate heats up after WHO study claims the popular weed killer may be carcinogenic.
For Heart-Healthy Benefits, Organics Top Conventional Milk and Meat
Major new study shows organic milk and meat offer significantly more omega-3 fatty acids.
Campbell Shifts Course, Will Disclose GMOs in Its Products
Breaking ranks with food industry, the company seeks to spur federal action on a mandatory national labeling system.
Revised USDA Food Guidelines Aim to Cut Down on Sugar Consumption
The latest update of official government food advice offers new direction on sugar and cholesterol intake.
The Real Joy of Cooking
To find true pleasure in the kitchen, focus first on the dishes that make you happy.
7 Ways to Eat More Mindfully
Strategies for learning how to eat with awareness.
Reducing Sugar Intake Quickly Boosts Kids’ Health
New study shows dramatic improvement among obese children.
6 Tips for Holiday Eating
A gathering of six expert strategies to navigate the holiday-food landscape.
Let Them Eat Cake
Enough with all the heavy, sugary treats at holiday gatherings. There’s a world of fresher, healthier delights out there for you to offer — and enjoy.