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FDA cracks down on green tea products

Is drinking a high-fructose corn syrup sweetened soft drink a great way to get extra antioxidants in your diet? The FDA thinks not.



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What 'King Corn' does to the 'Big River'

'Big River,' a companion film to 'King Corn,' explores the wide-reaching water pollution problems created by monoculture farming.



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'Saturday Night Live' tackles high fructose corn syrup

You're going to snicker at the show's take on the controversial sweetener.




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8 alarmingly unhealthy snacks to avoid

A muffin with the same amont of calories as ten chocolate donuts? A pretzel with more saturated fat than a Big Mac? Read it and weep.




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More evidence that fructose works differently in the body than glucose

A new study finds that participants were hungrier after consuming fructose than they were after consuming glucose.




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Not a shocker: Watermelon Oreo cookies don't contain watermelon

The Oreo summer flavor sold exclusively at Target is not a substitute for a serving of fruit.




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Which kid's cereal tops the “Hall of Shame” for sugar content?

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.




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Added fructose linked to Type 2 diabetes surge

Researchers find that fructose may be more harmful than other sugars when it comes to its effect on blood sugar levels and insulin resistance.



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22 things you didn't know about cows

In which we reveal that cows can swim, have accents and can smell things from 6 miles away.




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Is it OK to toss an apple core or banana peel outside?

Biodegradable items like apple cores or banana peels can be litter too. Here's an array of reasons why you shouldn't toss them outside.




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Digital billboards in Stockholm swap ads for homeless shelter info

Directions to emergency shelters are displayed on digital billboards across the Swedish capital when temps get dangerously cold.




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What to do with the stuff that doesn't spark joy

When you clear your house of clutter and follow Marie Kondo's directive to keep only joyful things, here's how to make sure those items get a second life.




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Why more women should ask men out on dates

Simply asking someone to coffee shouldn't be a big deal—for either gender. And dating would be less fraught if all singles asked others out more often.




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Take a shower strike for clean water

Well Aware is an international nonprofit organization that has transformed thousands of lives in Kenya and Tanzania. Sarah Evans founded the organization.




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A Kenyan monk who gave away most of his earnings just won a $1 million teaching prize

Peter Tabichi, a teacher in remote Kenya who has been giving most of his salary to the poor, became the first African to win the Global Teacher Prize.




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Why you should kick the plastic straw habit

Plastic straws create litter and often end up in the stomachs of wild animals — but the group Last Plastic Straw has an easy solution.




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3 questions to ask before you buy anything

Before you buy something new, consider whether you need it and where the old one will end up.




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These kids are making the world a better place

From helping seniors to detecting microplastics, these kids have launched projects to help their communities and the world.




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Buying 'green' won't make you any happier, but buying less will

A new study looks at happiness among millenials who buy 'green' or buy less.




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Thinking deep thoughts has impact on life span

A recent Harvard study finds that neural activity is a new player when it comes to human aging.




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At Bon Jovi's Soul Kitchen, you can pay it forward or pay with your time

Donations and dishwashing help fund meals at the rocker's New Jersey restaurants.




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This restaurant takes its Nicest Place in America honor seriously

Yassin's Falafel House, a refugee-owned business in Tennessee, keeps that honor top of mind by always giving back to the community.




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The Green Free School in Denmark focuses on a sustainable future

Denmark's Green Free School in Copenhagen focuses on creating a sustainable future for all.




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The sharing economy is taking on a whole new meaning these days

Companies like Airbnb and Uber are feeling the pandemic pinch, but neighborly sharing is on its way up, and that's a good thing.




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Get ready to Can-It-Forward this weekend

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.




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Cherry Sweet and Sour Fizz Cocktail

Vodka, limoncello, lime juice and cherry simple syrup come together with just a little bitter flavor, too.




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How to make fresh sour mix for cocktails

Forget the big plastic jug of cloying pre-made mix. Fresh sour mix is easy to make and it's versatile, too.




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Which fruit do American kids love best?

Kids are fond of one fruit in particular, but most still aren't eating enough fruit each day.




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Change this one thing to help kids eat healthier

By flipping recess and lunch, students eat 50 percent more produce.




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Is the banana kiwi for real?

There are many foods you can grow from leftover scraps. Is a banana kiwi one of them?




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Edible food wrap keeps produce fresh longer

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.




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We know cucamelons are cute, but what do gardeners think of them?

Cucamelons look like baby watermelons and taste similar to cucumbers. Are they worth growing?



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Why jackfruit might save the world

A nutritional powerhouse, jackfruit can keep you full all day and imitate meat.




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Ugly produce never looked so good

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.




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How to make apples last longer

The pros keep apples from spoiling for many months. You can, too.




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Invention could make produce last longer — and really put a dent in food waste

But what is lost when picked produce doesn't ripen for weeks or months?




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How to pick a good watermelon

A flavorless watermelon is a reason for a good cry.




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How to pick a ripe melon every time

If you know what to look for, you can pick the perfectly ripe cantaloupe, honeydew or watermelon every time.




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8 fruits you think are vegetables

Technically, ratatouille made from tomato, eggplant and squash, is just a savory baked fruit salad. Here are seven more fruits masquerading as vegetables.




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7 nutrient deficiencies that can make you sick

Tired? Depressed? Nutrient deficiency might be to blame. You might not be getting the right amount of these vitamins & minerals.



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Kale joins the Dirty Dozen list

Environmental Working Group's 2019 lists of fruits and vegetables with the highest and lowest pesticide loads are out, and kale has joined the dirty one.




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Hit the road, Jack: The incredible disappearing spare tire

With fewer Americans actually able to change a tire, and the auto industry looking to save weight and costs to meet fuel economy targets, it's not surprising th




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Buck Rogers in 2013: Carbon-neutral e-gas cars and hydraulic hybrids

e-gas cars and hydraulic hybrids




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Ford looking to app developers to help increase drivers' fuel economy

Ford wants you to have a better understanding of how your driving impacts their fuel efficiency.




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Live from New York, it's the 2013 Auto Show

2013 new york auto show was full of news about BMW, Nissan, Mercedes and Ford.




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Clean diesel: What you need to know

Clean diesel, a new twist on very old technology offers stellar fuel economy with low emissions. Alternative energy of the future?




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Volkswagen debuts incredible new 261-mpg hybrid in Chattanooga

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Big trucks, big changes: How new fuel rules and clever ideas are changing the industry

new truck standards




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What if gas-guzzling trucks went green?

There are plenty of eco-options out there for smaller vehicles. But what if gas guzzlers went green?




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What's a Twike? It's half-bike, half-electric car

There are 1,000 of these hybrid muscle/battery power vehicles on the road, mostly in Europe. Only a few are in the U.S., but does 3 cents a mile sound good?