NewsRack: flenvcenter/Food_Independent/Food-Consumption/Nutrition

PHOTOS: Baby Lemur Twins Pal Around - Green on HuffingtonPost.com

Jessica Leader — Sun, 19 May 2013 18:30:00 GMT

Some of our favorite animal stories from the last week include: An adorable corgi anthemGood news about sea turtlesSome amazing animal shots from National Geographic’s...

Farm Bill Fiasco: What Next for the Food Movement? - Commondreams.org Views

andrea — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:30:00 GMT

Christopher Cook

Deciding how America will nourish itself and sustain its farms would seem a top policy priority— yet as the US Farm Bill demonstrates, sustainably grown, healthy food and livable incomes for farmers and workers remain an afterthought in a process controlled almost entirely by agribusiness and a handful of farm-state legislators. Despite strong public opinion supporting local food, farmer’s markets, organic agriculture, food workers’ rights and access to fresh produce, agribusiness and commodity interests continue to dominate food and farming policy.

Keeping Produce Fresh Longer - Green Technology and Environmental Science News - ENN

Allison Winter, ENN — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:30:00 GMT

Billions of dollars of fruits, vegetables, and flowers are thrown away each year as produce ripens too quickly and starts to rot in different markets before public buyers even buy them. Even though you might expect these products to start rotting to their death after they are first harvested, researchers explain that fruits, vegetables and flowers are still alive after they are picked. In fact, once these products are picked, they produce and release into the air ethylene gas, a crucial component for the ripening and blooming process.

15 Easy recipes for eating local and vegetarian in May - TreeHugger

Jaymi Heimbuch — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:30:00 GMT

These recipes are simple and delicious -- and they'll help you feel proud about your food's small carbon footprint.

Keeping Produce Fresh Longer - Environmental News Network

Allison Winter, ENN — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:30:00 GMT

Kimberly Freeman Brown: Food Policy Could Expand Access to Healthy Produce, Support Local Farmers - Green on HuffingtonPost.com

Kimberly Freeman Brown — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:30:00 GMT

Today, there are almost 8,000 farmers' markets throughout the United States. And according to the Department of Agriculture, local food sales now account for $5 billion annually. These markets represent an important new source of green jobs and businesses.

Diet for a Hot and Hungry Planet: Bugs - CommonDreams.org Headlines

andrea — Sun, 12 May 2013 18:30:00 GMT

Crickets, silworm pupae and scorpions at a Beijing market (Photo: thewamphyri/flickr) An environmentally friendly, healthy food source might be lurking in your backyard right now. read ...

Eat Bugs To Combat Obesity, UN Says - Green on HuffingtonPost.com

Reuters — Sun, 12 May 2013 18:30:00 GMT

By Catherine Hornby ROME (Reuters) - The thought of eating beetles, caterpillars and ants may give you the creeps, but the authors of a U.N....

Twelve Things You Can Do To Fight Poverty Now - Commondreams.org Views

jon — Thu, 09 May 2013 18:30:00 GMT

Greg Kaufmann

Farmworkers pick tomatoes in Immokalee, Florida. (AP Photo/Luis M. Alvarez)This is a tough moment in the fight against poverty.

10-layer roasted vegetable salad [Vegetarian] - TreeHugger

Jaymi Heimbuch — Wed, 08 May 2013 18:30:00 GMT

This salad is jam-packed with deliciousness, from roased corn and peppers, to creamy avocado and crunchy toasted almonds -- all topped with an incredible garlic and honey dressing.

XPRIZE: (Nearly) Unlimited Water - Green on HuffingtonPost.com

XPRIZE — Tue, 07 May 2013 18:30:00 GMT

By Ramez Naam This is Part Three of a five-part series by Ramez Naam, Singularity University Adjunct Faculty, exploring the power of innovation to boost...

Wisconsin Bill Would Treat Organic Milk, Sharp Cheddar, Brown Eggs as "Junk Food" - CommonDreams.org Headlines

andrea — Sun, 05 May 2013 18:30:00 GMT

Junk food? (Photo: sgrace/flickr)Wisconsin ranks 44th in the nation for new job creation.

Kathy Freston: Consider Becoming A Part-Time Vegan - Green on HuffingtonPost.com

Kathy Freston — Fri, 03 May 2013 18:30:00 GMT

Truly, Mark Bittman's new book Vegan Before Six is offering a way of eating that could be transformational: Readers will lose weight (if they have weight to lose), have more energy, and suffer much lower risk for diabetes and heart disease. And animals and the earth will be better off.

14 Veggies You've Probably Never Heard Of - Green on HuffingtonPost.com

Nick Visser — Fri, 03 May 2013 18:30:00 GMT

From Mother Nature Network's Bryan Nelson: Think you don't like to eat your veggies? Maybe you're just bored with the options. The truth is, the...

Anila Muhammad: 'Why I Went Vegan:' Stories From Vegetarian Muslims - Green on HuffingtonPost.com

Anila Muhammad — Fri, 03 May 2013 18:30:00 GMT

Meet a diverse group of self-identified Muslims and read stories of why they choose to become vegetarians or vegans. I hope you will be inspired by what you read and consider adding vegetarian and vegan options to your diet.

Bike Share Program Bars Obese Riders? - Green on HuffingtonPost.com

The Huffington Post — Wed, 01 May 2013 18:30:00 GMT

Does New York City's new bike-sharing program discriminate against overweight people? Its rental contract suggests so. "You must not exceed the maximum weight limit for...

25 Vegetarian recipes you can cook in under 30 minutes - TreeHugger

Jaymi Heimbuch — Wed, 01 May 2013 18:30:00 GMT

Think you don't have time to make a healthy meal at home? Think again. These recipes are just what you've been looking for, for breakfasts, lunches, dinners and dessert.

WATCH: 1st Bath For Adorable Baby Elephant - Green on HuffingtonPost.com

Meredith Bennett-Smith — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 18:30:00 GMT

Tipping the scales at 251 pounds, the Saint Louis Zoo's newest addition is a whole lot of cuteness rolled into one very gray, wrinkly package....

Ocean Robbins: Monsanto Hates This - Green on HuffingtonPost.com

Ocean Robbins — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:30:00 GMT

Monsanto and their buddies in big agribusiness might want to dominate the world's food supply. But a growing movement of concerned citizens is getting fed up and fighting back.

How sustainable is pet ownership? - TreeHugger

Christine Lepisto — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 18:30:00 GMT

Pets bring so much joy and extend our lives. A new study looks at some of our pet maintenance choices.

Why Gardening Is Good For Your Weight - Green on HuffingtonPost.com

Amanda L. Chan — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 18:30:00 GMT

Community gardens don't just facilitate friendship and healthy eating -- getting involved in one could also help your weight, a small new study suggests. Researchers...

6 Healthy Food Swaps That Are Good For You And The Earth - Green on HuffingtonPost.com

Sarah Klein — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 18:30:00 GMT

You've probably already adopted a number of eco-friendly behaviors that benefit your health. Maybe you keep a reusable water bottle on you at all times,...

Danielle Nierenberg: Earth Day: 13 Things Everyone Can Do in 2013 - Green on HuffingtonPost.com

Danielle Nierenberg — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 18:30:00 GMT

Being aware of the environmental costs that unsustainable farming and eating practices can have on the environment, and making food choices accordingly, can help to fight climate change and protect the environment.

Maria Rodale: The Power of Protest - Green on HuffingtonPost.com

Maria Rodale — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 18:30:00 GMT

by guest blogger Maya K. van Rossum, the Delaware Riverkeeper "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed individuals can change the world....

Heritage Radio Network: Eating Healthy to Save the Earth - Green on HuffingtonPost.com

Heritage Radio Network — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 18:30:00 GMT

As we think about Earth day and what that means to each of us, take advantage of these simple and accessible ways to do your part. Your body and your planet will thank you.