world news Infographic: Big Bad Corn By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Sep 2012 13:54:57 +0000 Three out of every four products in the grocery store contain corn. This infographic shows how the use of corn for fuel and food has increased dramatically over Full Article Healthy Eating
world news All-natural candy canes By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Dec 2012 19:23:26 +0000 These organic, gluten-free, and naturally dyed candy canes were a lifesaver for this mom. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news More evidence that fructose works differently in the body than glucose By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Jan 2013 19:13:32 +0000 A new study finds that participants were hungrier after consuming fructose than they were after consuming glucose. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news My sweetest foe (the humorous story of one woman's war against sugar) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Jan 2013 19:59:55 +0000 Sometimes we take life too seriously. This hilarious comic about one woman's sugar addiction makes me laugh, partly because I can relate. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news Complete guide to sugar and sugar substitutes By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Jan 2013 14:54:38 +0000 Confused by the number of sugars and sweeteners on the market? Here's a comprehensive guide to the various natural sugars and artificial substitutes. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news How sweet it is: A sugar terminology guide By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Jan 2013 15:01:29 +0000 A sugar by any other name is confusing. From high fructose corn syrup to glucose, here's a breakdown of common sugar terms and what they mean. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news Not a shocker: Watermelon Oreo cookies don't contain watermelon By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:23:30 +0000 The Oreo summer flavor sold exclusively at Target is not a substitute for a serving of fruit. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news Why refined carbs may trigger food cravings By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Jun 2013 21:39:56 +0000 A craving for sweets is the same brain function that drug addicts and alcoholics experience for their "fix." Full Article Healthy Eating
world news 8 surprising sources of refined sugar By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 26 Jul 2013 17:52:01 +0000 Warning: Your marinara sauce may have as much sugar as two Twinkies. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news Artists create beautiful world maps made from food. Does the vegetable representing the U.S. surprise you? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Mar 2014 15:37:52 +0000 We get why the artists chose this common vegetable to represent America, but if you could choose a food, what would it be? Full Article Healthy Eating
world news 'Fed Up:' A must-see documentary that connects the dots about food By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 01 May 2014 18:38:50 +0000 The soon-to-be-released documentary is a call to action to join the battle that must be won to ensure that today’s children live long, healthy lives. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news Fighting fine lines? Glycation may be the culprit By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 02 May 2014 12:31:29 +0000 Sweets can exacerbate skin aging and wrinkles, research shows. Full Article Natural Beauty & Fashion
world news Which kid's cereal tops the “Hall of Shame” for sugar content? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 15 May 2014 17:57:52 +0000 According to a new report, children who eat a bowl of children's cereal each day could be eating up to 10 pounds of added sugar a year. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news Hershey says it's listening to consumers about high-fructose corn syrup By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Dec 2014 17:20:22 +0000 Many people would prefer that sweets contain sugar and not high-fructose corn syrup. Hershey is considering giving them what they want. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news Added fructose linked to Type 2 diabetes surge By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 06 Feb 2015 12:52:15 +0000 Researchers find that fructose may be more harmful than other sugars when it comes to its effect on blood sugar levels and insulin resistance. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
world news A beautiful thing happens when farm animals are 'Allowed to Grow Old' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Jun 2019 19:49:03 +0000 In 'Allowed to Grow Old,' photographer Isa Leshko captures dignified portraits of elderly farm animals in sanctuaries. Full Article Animals
world news 22 things you didn't know about cows By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Nov 2019 16:27:46 +0000 In which we reveal that cows can swim, have accents and can smell things from 6 miles away. Full Article Animals
world news Insect 'extinction event' will transform nature By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Nov 2019 18:48:00 +0000 More than 40% of the world's insect species are threatened with extinction, and their loss could upend nature as we know it. Full Article Animals
world news Get ready to Can-It-Forward this weekend By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Jul 2015 18:20:39 +0000 Aug. 1 will be a day of live online canning demonstrations. We have a sneak preview of a recipe from Food in Jars' Marisa McLellan. Full Article Recipes
world news Cherry Sweet and Sour Fizz Cocktail By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 01 Aug 2015 18:00:00 +0000 Vodka, limoncello, lime juice and cherry simple syrup come together with just a little bitter flavor, too. Full Article Beverages
world news Pawpaw Rum Runner By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Aug 2015 17:00:00 +0000 Try this seasonal recipe for a cocktail created at the Inn at Cedar Falls in Ohio. Full Article Recipes
world news Can you name these fruits by their seeds? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 04 Sep 2015 10:20:02 +0000 We may not pay much heed to seeds, but we couldn't have fruit without them. In homage to the mighty angiosperm, test your seed smarts. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news The Foodee food scanner raises more questions than it answers By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 04 Sep 2015 17:59:54 +0000 Our food system is broken and a smart scanner is not going to fix it. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
world news How to make fresh sour mix for cocktails By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 12 Sep 2015 17:20:12 +0000 Forget the big plastic jug of cloying pre-made mix. Fresh sour mix is easy to make and it's versatile, too. Full Article Recipes
world news Which fruit do American kids love best? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Sep 2015 14:18:02 +0000 Kids are fond of one fruit in particular, but most still aren't eating enough fruit each day. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news Which fruits and veggies are best for your diet? By www.livescience.com Published On :: Thu, 24 Sep 2015 15:12:49 +0000 Eating more fruits and nonstarchy vegetables may help you lose weight over the long term, a new study suggests. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news Change this one thing to help kids eat healthier By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Sep 2015 19:21:59 +0000 By flipping recess and lunch, students eat 50 percent more produce. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news 5 not-so-ordinary fruits in season now By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 08 Oct 2015 16:09:03 +0000 Apples are the go-to fall fruit, but if you want a little variety in your fruit bowl, fill it with these other seasonal fruits. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news How do I ripen produce? Never wonder again By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Nov 2015 11:40:00 +0000 This handy guide helps you figure out how to handle certain fruits and vegetables. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news 4 ways to use green bananas that won't ripen By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Jan 2016 19:02:37 +0000 Don't throw away those stubborn green bananas, they may be healthier for you. Here are four things to do with bananas that just won't turn. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news 9 ways to use an avocado pit By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Mar 2016 20:39:42 +0000 You can do so much more than compost the pits from avocados. Here are some ideas. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news Strawberries now top the Dirty Dozen list By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Apr 2016 13:52:03 +0000 Here's the most pesticide-contaminated produce, as well as the fruits and veggies with the fewest pesticides. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news Is the banana kiwi for real? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 03 May 2016 22:13:51 +0000 There are many foods you can grow from leftover scraps. Is a banana kiwi one of them? Full Article Healthy Eating
world news Edible food wrap keeps produce fresh longer By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 10 May 2016 10:02:00 +0000 Silk fibroin is a naturally derived material, and when used to coat produce, it's a promising way to prolong its freshness and reduce food waste. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news Why is whole fruit healthier than a smoothie? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Jun 2016 17:56:34 +0000 Blending or juicing fruit makes it much easier for your body to access their carbs and calories, which is the opposite of what most people want from a smoothie. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news We know cucamelons are cute, but what do gardeners think of them? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 11 Aug 2016 19:31:05 +0000 Cucamelons look like baby watermelons and taste similar to cucumbers. Are they worth growing? Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
world news Why jackfruit might save the world By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Aug 2016 15:01:33 +0000 A nutritional powerhouse, jackfruit can keep you full all day and imitate meat. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news Are there really dead wasps in your figs? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 29 Aug 2016 10:10:00 +0000 Before you bite into that fig, note that you could be eating dead wasps ... sort of. Full Article Animals
world news It's time to embrace ugly produce By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Sep 2016 21:23:55 +0000 New poll finds 3 in 5 adults say they'd eat ugly produce. (Isn't it time for the other 2 to get over it?) Full Article Healthy Eating
world news How to get rid of garlic breath By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Sep 2016 17:09:18 +0000 The same compounds that make wine healthy can be found in certain raw foods like mint and apples. They can solve your bad breath problem. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news Will 2017 be the year of purple foods? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Dec 2016 13:23:01 +0000 2017's food trend predictions are out. Here's a look at 5 trends to look forward to. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news GMO apples that don't brown arriving in stores By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Jan 2017 16:57:48 +0000 They won't be labeled GMO, but if you follow the clues on the label, you may be able to tell which ones have been genetically modified. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news Strawberries still top the Dirty Dozen list By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Mar 2017 17:20:03 +0000 Here's the Environmental Working Group's 2017 list of fruit and veggies with the most and least pesticides. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news Ugly produce never looked so good By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 03 Apr 2017 16:31:23 +0000 Hungry Harvest recovers ugly produce and delivers it to your doorstep for a reasonable price. You just have to figure out what to make with it. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news How to avoid 'avocado hand' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 12 May 2017 17:42:12 +0000 Jamie Oliver shows us how to cut an avocado properly and safely, so you can skip the trip to the ER for stitches. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news Why are Japanese farmers growing square watermelons? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Jun 2017 15:41:25 +0000 Japan's cube-shaped watermelons are more than just a novelty. They're easier to store in the small refrigerators typically found in Japanese homes. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news What's the difference between peaches, nectarines and apricots? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Jul 2017 18:04:13 +0000 These stone fruits look and taste similar, but they're not always interchangeable in recipes. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news How to make apples last longer By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Sep 2017 18:07:49 +0000 The pros keep apples from spoiling for many months. You can, too. Full Article Healthy Eating
world news How the pineapple became a worldwide symbol of hospitality By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 23 Nov 2017 15:12:17 +0000 Once an exotic and costly delicacy saved for royalty, the pineapple now stands as a welcoming beacon for all. Full Article At Home
world news 5 recipes for the bumper crop of avocados By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Mar 2018 21:13:39 +0000 Enjoy this year's abundance of avocados and try one of these tasty recipes that go beyond guacamole. Full Article Healthy Eating