11 min read Probiotics, prebiotics, antibiotics… there are a lot of “biotics” to keep track of. From fermented foods to supplements and medications, it comes down to one thing: bacteria. More specifically, the…
11 min read At this point, most of us have heard that our bee populations are dwindling. And we are aware of how deeply the issue will affect our ability to grow food…
5 min read If you’ve read any of my other articles, you probably know how over-the-top obsessed I am with toxins. I’ll even slam synthetic ingredients that the Environmental Working Group (EWG) says…
4 min read Look, you have to give out Halloween candy that kids actually like, right? Because if you don’t, there’s a good chance you’ll be spending the next day unraveling the endless…
5 min read When I started to replace processed foods in my diet with real foods, I noticed something interesting: my taste buds became eerily sensitive. For the most part, it was wonderful.…
5 min read Remember when fat used to get a bad rap? It really wasn’t that long ago. We seemed convinced that eliminating all fats from our diets was the key to healthy…
6 min read On our quest for a healthier diet, we’re often encouraged to give up carbs. But what exactly does that include? While fruits and veggies could technically be considered carbs, thanks…
4 min read You know how you meant to eat just one of those candies or just a few of those chips, but you ended up eating the whole bag? Yeah, food companies…
4 min read Mother Nature is really smart. Of course, scientists try to outsmart her all the time… and many even think they’ve got her beat. I find that simultaneously hilarious and horrifying,…
7 min read I used to love boxed potatoes. Mashed, au gratin… you know which ones I’m talking about, right? They have those little flavor pouches inside and photos of steamy potatoes on…