Nutrition & Wellness
From learning about the health benefits of turmeric to staying up-to-date with the latest superfood trends, discover the best diet tips to improve your health.
Why connecting farmers with food banks is a win-win for both parties
As we discussed yesterday, the demand for food bank assistance has increased dramatically due to COVID-19. Now, the American Farm Bureau and Feeding America are trying to meet demands by collaborating with farmers who have lost demand for their agricultural goods. Food banks are reporting a 40 Read More...
Vietnam sets “rice ATMs” across its cities to help those out of work
Vietnam has reported only 265 cases of coronavirus and zero deaths to date -- numbers that are significantly lower than in the rest of the world. However, to prevent the spread of the virus the country has gone into lockdown, leaving thousands of citizens struggling to make ends meet as they can Read More...
California food bank meets increasing needs with drive-through pantries
Food banks are experiencing increased demand in the face of COVID-19. Dedicated volunteers are working hard to bring supplies to those in need. One food pantry in Ventura County is opening up drive-through sites to connect residents with food assistance safely and efficiently. Food Share, Read More...
You probably already have supplies on hand to make these natural egg dyes
Although Easter might look very different for many families this year, you can still celebrate the holiday from the comfort of your home. If you choose to take on some creative egg dying projects, COVID-19 may impact your access to egg dye. Here are some ways to make dye naturally at home with Read More...
Why you should start intermittent fasting at night
In recent years, diet trends such as intermittent fasting have popularized the practice of delayed or restricted eating for many people looking to manage caloric intake. Still, many open to restructuring their schedules have the same question: When is the right time to avoid eating? The answer is Read More...
The UAE is going all in on indoor farming
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is situated in the scorching Arabian desert, which makes growing food outdoors a nightmare. The UAE currently imports 80 percent of its food because of this, but the government is pushing hard to localize food through the power of indoor farming. In an industrial Read More...
Insects to become a common food item on European menus
When it comes to food, in Western societies insects don’t necessarily bear the most savory connotations. But in Europe, such perceptions may soon become a thing of the past as the EU’s Food Safety Authority is expected to make insects a common dish choice on restaurant menus. Within weeks the Read More...
Improving soil carbon storage is a win for the planet and our food systems
Feeding a growing population on a planet with finite resources will require getting more creative and sustainable with how we operate our food systems. A new study has found that one key to protecting the future of our planet and people is carbon storage in soil. Plants pull carbon out of our Read More...
This online auction is selling fine wine to support restaurant workers
Napa Valley wineries are teaming up with Winebid.com to give people great wine and an opportunity to support restaurant workers during the COVID-19 outbreak. With the help of the online platform, a group of wineries will host weekly auctions of fine wine for an even finer cause with profits going Read More...
Add these foods to your diet to give your digestive system a boost
Here's the deal: Everything you eat, whether it's a cheeseburger or salad, takes your body a certain amount of energy to digest. Since we're all eating three (or more!) times daily, one of the easiest things you can do to kick up your digestive system and massively take the burden off your body's Read More...