There are all kinds of food safety tips floating around out there, but it can be hard to tell the old wives tales from the scientific fact. It doesn't help that many brands do everything in their power to limit how much we really know about what we're eating. Thankfully, mobile ...read more
Creating a successful garden doesn't just happen. Oh no. It's hard work that often starts long before the snow melts. There's the planning, the delicate starting of seeds, the careful preparation of the soil. Then comes the actual planting, constant watering, and backbreaking ...read more
For busy families, meal planning can be difficult. When you ascribe to a more restrictive style of eating, like the Paleo diet, it gets even more complicated. As I discovered during my first 30 days of Paleo, this diet requires you to cook. A lot. Like every day. From scratch. ...read more
Plants that attract butterflies and bees are not only helpful to the ecosystem, they're also quite beautiful to look at! If you've always wanted to start a butterfly garden, but weren't sure about the best way to support your local species, this guide is for you. There are ...read more
As a beauty editor, Jolene Hart had access to all the best products. From anti-aging ointments to flawless foundation, if it was new and effective, Hart had tried it. Unbeknownst to those who took her beauty advice, however, she was hiding a surprising secret under all those ...read more
The other day, I was chatting with my Mom about seafood. Between existing knowledge about mercury in fish, news about Fukushima radiation heading for the West Coast, and still unanswered questions about the impact of the BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, we wondered aloud ...read more
We've all been there. It's lunch time and your tummy is rumbling. You've got plans for a big sandwich. You've got all the ingredients out on the counter and are just about to start stacking them into an epic meal, when you notice it: bread mold. You look around. No ones ...read more
Scientists are warning consumers about a range of toxic chemicals that may be leaching into their diet (and bodies) via food packaging. Although the individual amounts are small, and the risk posed by some of the substances is up for debate, researchers say a lifetime of ...read more
Just imagine if all the leftovers and food scraps we toss were put in the hands of someone who needs it, instead of letting it disappear as food waste. It's estimated that 800 million people in the world suffer from hunger and malnutrition, with one human being dying of ...read more
It's a brave new world. Recreational marijuana use is now legal in two U.S. states, and the change has given rise to multiple new industries as suppliers rush to meet the demand. As Organic Authority has reported in the past, the culinary world has been quick to adopt cannabis ...read more
These days, everything is "smart." Your washing machine can send a message to your phone, and your tablet can control the television. In this connected world, food--and particularly food waste--has remained mostly analog, but that may be about to change. Scientists working to ...read more
Trying to reduce your grain consumption because of an intolerance or just looking to lose weight through a low-carb diet? In a food system that's rife with enriched and processed grains, it can seem impossible to cut out old standbys like rice. While this grain can be a ...read more
After a hard day of slogging through the "wintry mix" that is most of the U.S. right now, there's nothing better than a big ol' dose of comfort food. No, food shouldn't be where we turn for emotional support (that's what friends are for!). But there's something about certain ...read more
For many (myself included) the Paleo diet is a sustainable solution, allowing us to eat our way to better health. I can tell you from experience, however, that you've got to be prepared. If you start the Paleo diet without giving your fridge and pantry a significant overhaul, ...read more
When GMO labeling advocates learned that Monsanto's annual shareholder meeting would include consideration of two measures that would have required more transparency about Monsanto and its genetically modified seeds, they were thrilled. In essence, the two resolutions--backed ...read more
One of the first things anyone says when I explain the Paleo style of eating is, "Oh my God how do you live without bread?" Well, initially it was weird to ignore the cravings that made me reach for the dinner rolls or slap together a sandwich when I needed a quick lunch. But ...read more
Americans take our version of football very seriously. Once you've decided which team to root for in the championship on February 2nd (Go Broncos!) the next decision is what Super Bowl recipes to serve during the viewing party. If you or your friends have recently adopted a ...read more
We've all heard "you are what you eat," but what about what your friends eat? A new study suggests that peer pressure may play a significant role when it comes to healthy eating, for better and worse. Research conducted by the University of Liverpool found that social ...read more
Processed foods are bad for us, often because it's hard to know exactly what's in them. Most companies like to hide the nasty stuff they use to make processed foods so addictive, but a recent move by the Chinese Food and Drug Administration is about to pull back the curtain on ...read more
When it comes to food waste management, 2013 was a year of depressing headlines. First, we learned that nearly 40 percent of all food we buy ends up in the trash can for no reason. Then, a report from the United Nations revealed that all of this wasted food is creating tons of ...read more
Has the polar vortex hit your city yet? In Indiana, the dangerous cold and ice has led officials to temporarily outlaw driving and New York declared a state of emergency. Transportation difficulties are the worst part of a winter storm. When roads are too icy or covered in ...read more
Effective January 2014, Whole Foods will stop selling Chobani Greek yogurt in an effort to reduce the number of genetically-modified (GMO) foods in its stores. Chobani, which is headquartered in Norwich, N.Y., has been criticized for claiming that its product is all-natural ...read more
In addition to all the ways entertaining relatives is stressful, there's the added stress of my Paleo diet vs. everyone else's desire for holiday foods. Although most loved ones have been very open to sampling my Paleo dessert recipes and special sides, I never want to feel ...read more
NestFresh, a Colorado-based producer of non-GMO, certified free-range eggs, recently launched a new line of frozen, liquid and dried egg ingredients. Like the fresh eggs, these substitutes will be certified by the Non-GMO Project, making NestFresh the first brand to offer such ...read more
Ahhh, the holidays. A time of twinkling lights and loaded dinner tables. Caught up in all the festivities, it's especially easy to make excuses for poor eating habits during this holiday season. That's why it's important to have lots of easy Paleo recipes on hand. It's been ...read more
For literally decades we've been hearing about the coming digital kitchen--how soon our appliances will know what we want before we want it, and slaving over a hot stove will be a thing of the past. Well, I don't want to stop cooking altogether, our relationship with food is ...read more
Food poisoning is the worst. Also known as food-borne illness, this exciting encounter with nausea, vomiting and/or diarrhea starts just hours after consuming food contaminated with infectious organisms. We often associate food poisoning with gas station sushi or under-cooked ...read more
Humans create a tremendous amount of food waste, and in London (like most developed countries) it's especially bad. To help curb food waste, which has been tied to climate change, London's mayor has launched a bold new program. Mayor Boris Johnson recently announced a £1 ...read more
The USDA recently announced a new meat certification program. Under the new scheme, livestock producers will be permitted to market their products with a special “Never Fed Beta Agonists” label. Beta Agonists are fed to feedlot cattle to increase muscle mass and weight in the ...read more
In January 2014, Colorado will embark on the brave new world of legal recreational cannabis. In preparation for this transition, the Colorado Department of Revenue’s Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) is holding a series of working groups to establish new regulations for the ...read more
While we wait with bated breath for Washington officials to count the last of the votes for I-522, the ballot measure that would make GMO labeling mandatory in the state, another sinister tale has emerged. A lobbying organization that represents some of the most powerful food ...read more
On Thursday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it will begin a gradual and total elimination of trans fats in the American food system. Trans fats, widely considered to be the worst possible kind of fat for heart health, is most commonly found in ...read more
Approximately 12 hours after the polls closed in Washington state, the outlook does not look promising for ballot measure I-522. The historic measure would have made it mandatory for food producers to identify genetically-engineered ingredients on the label. Late Tuesday ...read more
For the first time ever, the federal government has issued voluntary guidelines designed to help schools protect young students who suffer from food allergies. With the recent rise in food allergies, especially among elementary school-aged children, many schools have taken the ...read more
A federal judge is ruling in regard to the horse meat export businesses. The ruling means that "horse slaughter for human consumption could resume shortly under USDA inspection for the first time since 2006," reports Food Safety News. Previously, the Humane Society of the U.S. ...read more
Mexico is one step closer to imposing a significant tax on junk foods. Multiple outlets report that Mexico's Senate voted to impose an 8 percent tax on high-calorie foods, up from the 5 percent tax proposed by the lower house. It's all part of a national plan to fight back ...read more
In an effort to increase transparency about the source and quality of its products, Whole Foods Market recently unveiled a comprehensive new in-store rating system for produce and flowers. Similar to the previously launched rating systems for household products and meat, the ...read more
An innovative packaging manufacturer in the UK has discovered a way to turn cocoa husks--a byproduct of the chocolate making process--into eco-friendly paper wrappings for chocolate bars. Most people don't realize that creating sweet, delicious chocolate is a waste-intensive ...read more
The Foster Farms salmonella outbreak may have grown during the government shut-down, but no one but the company's executives are to blame for how long it has continued. Nearly a month after Foster Farms was fingered as the source of the salmonella outbreak that caused ...read more
An international group of over 85 scientists, academics and physicians recently released a statement to de-bunk the myth that genetically modified foods and crops are safe. There is in fact no scientific consensus that GMOs are harmless to people or the environment, claims ...read more
Between the NSA listening to our phone calls and Google peeking at our inboxes, it's beginning to feel like privacy is dead in America... and this next bit of news isn't going to help: Mondelez International, which produces popular brands like Chips Ahoy, Nabisco, and Ritz ...read more
A petition asking Mars to eliminate artificial food coloring from the iconic M&M candies has over 60,000 signatures on Change.org. The petition, started by mother of two, Renee Shutters, claims that artificial food dyes can contribute to childhood hyperactivity and asks the ...read more
Washington is the latest battleground for GMO labeling, and now a food lobby that's spent millions to prevent citizens from voting yes on 522 is under investigation for campaign finance violations. As Organic Authority reported previously, The Grocery Manufacturer's ...read more
Those who oppose mandatory labeling for genetically-engineered foods love to claim that to pass such a law will cause food prices to skyrocket. In a time when many Americans are struggling to put food on the table, this is a terrifying prospect. According to a former vice ...read more
Just days after the global March Against Monsanto, two new developments have anti-GMO activists claiming victory: The Big Island of Hawaii passed a GMO prohibition bill, and a judge in Mexico instated a nationwide ban on GMO corn, effective immediately. When it comes to ...read more
Love it or hate it, it's hard to deny that Whole Foods is one of the highest quality grocery stores in the nation. If you're looking for lots of organic options, and hard to find ingredients like coconut aminos or bulk millet, it's one of only a few convenient options. A major ...read more
From denying need families their food stamps to giving rise to the recent salmonella outbreak, the Government shutdown has wreaked havoc across America. The White House vegetable garden, meant to be a symbol of self-sufficiency and the importance of healthy food, is just the ...read more
Trying to get pregnant? You might want to lay off the canned goods and plastic packaging for a while. A new study found that exposure to the chemical BPA, or bisphenol A, may affect your ability to procreate. The research, presented Monday at the American Society for ...read more
Last month, three colonies of bees were found twitching and dying on the ground outside hives across the Minneapolis metro area. This week, an investigation confirmed that fipronil, a widely used pesticide, was to blame. At the time of the massive die-off, Minneapolis ...read more
As the battle for mandatory GMO labeling draws to a close in Washington, anti-GMO activists from at least 50 nations will take to the streets to reclaim the food supply. The global March Against Monsanto will manifest itself as thousands of small marches in hundreds of cities ...read more