The Sweet Truth Act, passed by the New York City Council recently, requires warnings on prepackaged food and drinks that contain more than a day’s worth of added sugars – 50 grams – at chain restaurants. The law is the first of its kind in the nation.
What can we as consumers do about the future of food and agriculture systems? There’s no one answer, no one starting point, and certainly no one silver-bullet solution, said Danielle Nierenberg, president of Food Tank, a think tank on food.
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When I was writing my weekly Helpful Money Tips for You newsletter (see Newsletter heading above to subscribe), I ran across an article by a women who was upset because a new coffee shop in her area turned out to be secret “nutrition club,” a recruiting tool for Herbalife.
On Saturday, I received a call from a friend to remind that nine glowing monoliths would be displayed in a local park after dark. She thought I might want to go and take photos. Glowhenge is an art project created by Dave Sederberg owner of Pacific Stage.
Like many people these days, you’re probably feeling the pinch of tough economic times. If you’re looking for ways to reduce your food costs, here are 35 suggestions: Go through your checkbook and credit cards to see how much you’ve spent on food.
The world as we know it is changing due to the coronavirus pandemic. But as it exposes inequities in the health and food systems, many people hope that the pandemic offers an opportunity to build a new and more sustainable food system.
It’s not too late to plant a great garden and enjoy wonder organic vegetables throughout the summer and into fall. In May, I usually go to Madrid and visit my daughter and her family. However, this year, due to covid-19, I’m not traveling.
Public health officials for years have urged Americans to limit consumption of red and processed meats because of concerns that they’re linked to heart disease and cancer. However, a group of researchers said that advice isn’t backed by reliable scientific evidence.
