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FDA can ignore taking action on overuse of antibiotics in livestock if it wants, says court

Even if the FDA knows something is harmful, it seems no one can make them do anything about it.




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Mercury levels in Pacific yellowfin tuna on the rise

Likely caused by pollution, levels of mercury in Pacific yellowfin tuna have been on the rise steadily since 1998.




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'Kids Eat Right' label to disappear as quickly as possible

The backlash from Kraft placing a healthy eating label on its processed cheese singles made the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics rethink the label’s use.




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Humane animal testing startup helps sick pets and maybe human lives, too

The One Health Company seeks to find disease cures without killing animals.




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What is genetically edited food?

The USDA says this method of tampering with a food's genes is not the same as genetically modifying it.




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FDA to scrutinize risky homeopathic products

The FDA has announced that it's cracking down on homeopathic products, especially ones for children and infants.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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'Organic' spotlights Hudson Valley farmers and chefs with stunning photography

Part work of art, part tribute to farmers who love the earth they work, this new book deserves to be out where people can see it.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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2015 food trend predictions: Ugly, smokey and smelly

But don't be put off by the headline: I'm excited about what I'm hearing about what's coming next year.




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Use psychological tricks to drop the pounds

Sure, you've tried everything to lose weight — but have you put your brain to work?



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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That coffee Chick-fil-A is giving away all February? Small farmers in Central America were paid fairly for it

The chicken chain is working with THRIVE to purchase coffee from farmers who can by-pass the middleman and get paid up to 10x more for their beans.




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McDonald's chicken will soon be antibiotic-free

The fast-food chain will source chicken that hasn't been given unnecessary antibiotics, and will also offer hormone-free milk.




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Amy's Drive Thru will focus on fast organic food

As the organic food brand readies to open its first restaurant, traditional fast-food eateries are scrambling to catch up with consumers’ desires.




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Historic Taco Bell store evades demolition by taking brief road trip

Like the space shuttle Endeavour but cheesier, Taco Bell 'Numero Uno' relocates from its original Southern California home.



  • Arts & Culture

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Want to help earthquake victims? Eat for Italy

Restaurants are serving up Amatrice Pasta and donating proceeds to help earthquake victims.




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Restaurant 'surge pricing' is much ado about nothing

The headlines say surge pricing, but in reality, what Bob it's an early bird special for fine dining.




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Are you consuming chemicals when you eat out at a restaurant?

The processed ingredients in your meal aren't the only concern.




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11 extreme ice cream flavors

From foie gras to beer and bar nuts, this odd assortment of extreme ice creams would leave even Willy Wonka scratching his head.




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Parents, 'No loud children allowed' policies are about you, not your kids

A California restaurant asks families with loud children to leave.




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Organic, biodynamic wine for dynamic Dad

If your dad enjoys a draught of red wine with his joint of charred beef, feel virtuous in indulging him this Father's Day.




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Zhena's green tea: A fragrant biodynamic brew

For biodynamic goodness full of organic fruity flavor, try Zhena's Gypsy Tea's new line of good-for-you green teas.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Organic vs. biodynamic wine

Which label, USDA certified-organic or Demeter USA certified-biodynamic, indicates the better bottle?




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Biodynamic wine: Not just for hippies

Many people still don't know what biodynamic means, but wines grown biodynamically are popular with the experts.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Heard of biodynamic farming?

Biodynamics is often misunderstood. This short video gives some basic facts.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Wines: A biodynamic Carmenere from Lapostolle

If you've never tried a Carmenere before, Lapostolle’s Alexandre Cuvee Carmenere would be a great bottle to start with.




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James Cameron shows off his biodynamic farm

Director and wife Suzy Amis also reveal that they went vegan after watching the documentary 'Forks Over Knives.'



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Avignonesi Vino Nobile: A biodynamic 100% Sangiovese wine

From the Montepulciano region of Italy comes a rich, spicy wine from Italy’s largest winery, which is embracing biodynamic practices.




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Biodynamic gardening takes holistic approach to the soil

Method creates a healthy system of plants, animals and soil while considering celestial effects on life.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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We tested these 5 microwave hacks

Which microwaves hacks are worth using, which aren't worth your time and which one is a party game changer?




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Do you know what these food certification labels mean?

Non-GMO. Organic. Fair trade. You see these labels on all kinds of products, but do you know what they mean? Take this quiz to find out.




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7 products you should buy generic (and 3 you shouldn't)

Why do many of us choose to buy brand name products when the store brand is nearly identical?




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8 foods you'd never guess were artificially colored

Just because you know certain foods by a particular color doesn’t mean it’s natural.




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Americans are quietly preserving 56 million acres of private land

U.S. landowners voluntarily protect more land (and water) than all national parks in the lower 48 states, a new census shows.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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What are those white stripes on raw chicken?

If chicken breasts are your go-to lean protein, you may want to avoid this poultry defect.




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Bradford watermelons were so juicy and delicious, people literally used to die for them

Today, a Bradford heir is resurrecting the fruit and using the proceeds to fund the drilling of fresh water wells around the world.




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Antarctic fruitcake is more than 100 years old

Despite being ancient, a fruitcake found in the Antarctic from a 1911 expedition looks as fresh and unappetizing as the day it was made.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Can ocean plastic end up in seafood?

Scientists are are trying to understand why fish eat ocean plastic, how it affects them and how it affects their predators — including us.




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The best way to remove pesticides from apples

The most effective way to remove pesticides from apple skins is to soak them in a baking soda and water solution. (It works better than bleach.)




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Can plastic wrap go in the oven?

The short answer is yes — but, there are caveats.




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Which holiday foods are safe for pets?

Your dog or cat wants in on the turkey and pumpkin pie, but not everything on the table is OK for your pet to eat.




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Sea salt contains an alarming amount of microplastics

You're ingesting microplastics when you consume this trendy salt source.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Future archaeologists will remember us by the chicken bones we left behind

Researchers suggest our most lasting legacy will be chicken bones.



  • Research & Innovations

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Sautéing? Olive oil may not be your best choice

It all has to do with the smoke point of the oil.




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Why our chickens and our spinach need GPS trackers

Chickens with ankle monitors and spinach with trackers can tell consumers a lot about their food — including whether it's tainted.




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Fuel-cell boat stalls on historic journey

The New Clermont seeks to recreate Fulton's 1807 journey from New York City to Albany in a new-fangled steamboat and demonstrate hydrogen's potential. But their




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Los Angeles Auto Show preview: Hot hatches, hybrids and electric vehicles

The LA show, opening this week, features some intriguing green concept cars...headed for production. Are you ready for a compact hybrid Lexus, a 170-mpg VW and




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Green tech plugs in at Japanese electronics show

A visit to Panasonic's Eco Ideas House and to the big Tokyo electronics show, which embraced green this year, incorporating the electric car into a smart grid v




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Limitless clean energy from wastewater? Nah, let's stick with clean coal

A Penn State lab has found a way to make hydrogen fuel from wastewater and seawater with no emissions. So why aren't we doing this?



  • Wilderness & Resources

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Hydrogen fuel cells may soon replace batteries in Apple devices

The technology would pack a lot of energy into a small space and allow laptops and iPhones to run for weeks without refueling.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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Static may have caused Hindenburg disaster

A team of experts say the deadly explosion was caused by a buildup of static electricity after flying through a thunderstorm.




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Mysterious comet debris may spark 'unicorn meteor storm'

On the evening of Nov. 21, upwards of 400 meteors per hour may light up the night sky.