A few weeks ago I wrote a post about Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) and how they’ve made their way into the majority of our processed foods and much of our produce. I shared with you my frustration with the United States and the FDA for not requiring foods that contain GMOs to be labeled as…
Healthy Food Choice
GMOs: We Have a Right to Know
Think about what you’ve eaten this week. If you’ve eaten any processed foods that weren’t certified organic (guilty!)then they probably contained genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Today over 70 percent of corn and 90 percent of soy are genetically modified, and these two crops form the basis of a typical American diet. SayNoToGMOs.org – Get started!…
Overuse of Antibiotics: Risks and Remedies
As a parent, I generally don’t overreact to small cuts and bruises and I’m not an alarmist when it comes to most ailments and injuries. Quite possibly this is the result of my status as a mom of three boys who are constantly bruised and sniffling. We don’t rush to the doctor for coughs and…
How to Guide: Bulk Bin Shopping
Interested in finding out how to use the bulk bins at your local grocery store or co-op? I explore the ins and outs of bulk bin shopping in my guest post -A Beginner’s Guide to Bulk Bin Shopping- over at Upcycled Love. Buying from the bulk bins at the grocery store can be a great…
Risky Food Dye Still in Our Food
Yoo-hoo…Food and Drug Administration…where are you? The FDA is MIA. One of the FDA’s prime responsibilities is to protect the public health by assuring that foods are safe. Oops-they clearly forgot to read that part of their job description. A recent report from the National Cancer Institute showed a 9.4% increase in childhood cancer between…
Chicago public school bans home-packed lunches
Say goodbye to mom’s homemade sandwich and hello to whatever the school feels like serving your child. A Chicago public school, Little Village Academy on Chicago’s Westside, has banned their students from bringing in a lunch packed from home. The students, unless they have a medical excuse, are REQUIRED to eat the food served in…
Meatless Monday: why it’s green to eat green
I pledge to do my best to go meatless today and every Monday. For months I have been reading status updates on Facebook and Twitter with delicious recipes for Meatless Monday dishes. I finally decided to join in. It really isn’t a huge plunge for me; I’m already a borderline vegan (borderline because I do…