k FDA cracks down on green tea products By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Sep 2010 21:38:38 +0000 Is drinking a high-fructose corn syrup sweetened soft drink a great way to get extra antioxidants in your diet? The FDA thinks not. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
k What 'King Corn' does to the 'Big River' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 04 Nov 2010 01:30:03 +0000 'Big River,' a companion film to 'King Corn,' explores the wide-reaching water pollution problems created by monoculture farming. Full Article Arts & Culture
k 'Saturday Night Live' tackles high fructose corn syrup By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Mar 2011 12:24:43 +0000 You're going to snicker at the show's take on the controversial sweetener. Full Article Healthy Eating
k 8 alarmingly unhealthy snacks to avoid By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 04 May 2012 18:18:57 +0000 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. Full Article Healthy Eating
k 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
k 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
k 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
k 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
k 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
k Is it OK to toss an apple core or banana peel outside? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Jan 2019 19:39:42 +0000 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. Full Article Responsible Living
k Digital billboards in Stockholm swap ads for homeless shelter info By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Jan 2019 14:24:40 +0000 Directions to emergency shelters are displayed on digital billboards across the Swedish capital when temps get dangerously cold. Full Article Responsible Living
k What to do with the stuff that doesn't spark joy By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Jan 2019 14:11:02 +0000 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. Full Article Responsible Living
k Why more women should ask men out on dates By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 02 Mar 2019 13:48:36 +0000 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. Full Article Responsible Living
k Take a shower strike for clean water By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Mar 2019 21:38:43 +0000 Well Aware is an international nonprofit organization that has transformed thousands of lives in Kenya and Tanzania. Sarah Evans founded the organization. Full Article Responsible Living
k A Kenyan monk who gave away most of his earnings just won a $1 million teaching prize By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Mar 2019 18:42:21 +0000 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. Full Article Responsible Living
k Why you should kick the plastic straw habit By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 07 Jun 2019 17:52:44 +0000 Plastic straws create litter and often end up in the stomachs of wild animals — but the group Last Plastic Straw has an easy solution. Full Article Responsible Living
k 3 questions to ask before you buy anything By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 09 Aug 2019 18:24:35 +0000 Before you buy something new, consider whether you need it and where the old one will end up. Full Article Responsible Living
k These kids are making the world a better place By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Sep 2019 17:32:15 +0000 From helping seniors to detecting microplastics, these kids have launched projects to help their communities and the world. Full Article Responsible Living
k Buying 'green' won't make you any happier, but buying less will By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Oct 2019 20:15:17 +0000 A new study looks at happiness among millenials who buy 'green' or buy less. Full Article Responsible Living
k Thinking deep thoughts has impact on life span By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Oct 2019 12:23:00 +0000 A recent Harvard study finds that neural activity is a new player when it comes to human aging. Full Article Responsible Living
k At Bon Jovi's Soul Kitchen, you can pay it forward or pay with your time By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Dec 2019 20:43:10 +0000 Donations and dishwashing help fund meals at the rocker's New Jersey restaurants. Full Article Responsible Living
k This restaurant takes its Nicest Place in America honor seriously By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Mar 2020 16:16:14 +0000 Yassin's Falafel House, a refugee-owned business in Tennessee, keeps that honor top of mind by always giving back to the community. Full Article Responsible Living
k The Green Free School in Denmark focuses on a sustainable future By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Mar 2020 12:27:13 +0000 Denmark's Green Free School in Copenhagen focuses on creating a sustainable future for all. Full Article Responsible Living
k The sharing economy is taking on a whole new meaning these days By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 12:33:45 +0000 Companies like Airbnb and Uber are feeling the pandemic pinch, but neighborly sharing is on its way up, and that's a good thing. Full Article Responsible Living
k 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
k 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
k 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
k 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
k 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
k 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
k 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
k 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
k 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
k 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
k 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
k Invention could make produce last longer — and really put a dent in food waste By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Apr 2018 19:13:43 +0000 But what is lost when picked produce doesn't ripen for weeks or months? Full Article Healthy Eating
k How to pick a good watermelon By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Jun 2018 20:10:11 +0000 A flavorless watermelon is a reason for a good cry. Full Article Healthy Eating
k How to pick a ripe melon every time By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Jun 2018 15:50:42 +0000 If you know what to look for, you can pick the perfectly ripe cantaloupe, honeydew or watermelon every time. Full Article Healthy Eating
k 8 fruits you think are vegetables By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 28 Jun 2018 14:22:25 +0000 Technically, ratatouille made from tomato, eggplant and squash, is just a savory baked fruit salad. Here are seven more fruits masquerading as vegetables. Full Article Healthy Eating
k 7 nutrient deficiencies that can make you sick By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Dec 2018 15:19:51 +0000 Tired? Depressed? Nutrient deficiency might be to blame. You might not be getting the right amount of these vitamins & minerals. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
k Kale joins the Dirty Dozen list By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Mar 2019 04:09:42 +0000 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. Full Article Healthy Eating
k Hit the road, Jack: The incredible disappearing spare tire By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Sep 2012 15:41:42 +0000 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 Full Article Transportation
k Buck Rogers in 2013: Carbon-neutral e-gas cars and hydraulic hybrids By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Mar 2013 19:16:35 +0000 e-gas cars and hydraulic hybrids Full Article Transportation
k Ford looking to app developers to help increase drivers' fuel economy By www.laptopmag.com Published On :: Wed, 27 Mar 2013 18:29:56 +0000 Ford wants you to have a better understanding of how your driving impacts their fuel efficiency. Full Article Transportation
k Live from New York, it's the 2013 Auto Show By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 28 Mar 2013 14:39:48 +0000 2013 new york auto show was full of news about BMW, Nissan, Mercedes and Ford. Full Article Transportation
k Clean diesel: What you need to know By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:34:49 +0000 Clean diesel, a new twist on very old technology offers stellar fuel economy with low emissions. Alternative energy of the future? Full Article Transportation
k Volkswagen debuts incredible new 261-mpg hybrid in Chattanooga By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 04 Oct 2013 15:48:55 +0000 VW XL1 Full Article Transportation
k Big trucks, big changes: How new fuel rules and clever ideas are changing the industry By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Feb 2014 15:46:12 +0000 new truck standards Full Article Transportation
k What if gas-guzzling trucks went green? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Mar 2014 15:46:55 +0000 There are plenty of eco-options out there for smaller vehicles. But what if gas guzzlers went green? Full Article Transportation
k What's a Twike? It's half-bike, half-electric car By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 29 Aug 2014 21:41:39 +0000 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? Full Article Transportation