It seems like there’s always something new to learn about your health every day. Chemicals found in household cleaning products, smog in the air, rates of cancer…it can all seem like a bit much to keep track of. You can, however, start small and make sure whatever you prepare for dinner is doing you right. […]

Are you trying to live more sustainably? There are so many different things you can do to live a more sustainable life. Some of them are simply everyday tasks while others require more commitment on your end. One of the best ways to make a change in your life is by thinking about the food […]

You could not figure out what your teenage daughter was eating. As you glanced across the room and watched your younger daughter join her older sister and friends in conversation, you knew that your younger 16–year old daughter was eating something, but what was on her plate did not make sense. It appeared to be […]

Mexico is not only popular for its sunny beaches, beautiful mountains and amazing landscapes, but also for its wide range of delicious food. Research shows that about 71.08% of Americans households consume Mexican food or use Mexican ingredients in their meal preparation. Further studies also indicate 10% of restaurants in the U.S. sells Mexican food, […]

How much do you know about the food packaging equipment that your favorite bag of chips comes in? Those chips, and many other packaged foods, are the result of a fascinating process that uses a tool called a vertical form fill seal machine. The name of the machine essentially describes the process. It starts with […]

The school is about ready to start again and so, too, the race for quality coffee and fresh bread. The quality coffee shops near campuses across country are getting ready to kick into high gear. As the sorority girls move onto campus early for rush and the athletes find themselves back in the gym and […]

For many, their mornings aren’t complete if they don’t have a cup of coffee first thing. Some of us prefer to brew at home, while others pick up a quick cup on the go at a coffee shop. Others brew a cup in the office — and some might do all three! On average, recent […]

Are you interested in microgreens, true leaves, and other edible flowers? Have you ever wanted to grow your own microgreens? It turns out, this is actually a very difficult process for many to master. In fact, even those with experienced gardening skills can still struggle when growing their own microgreens. Just because you can?t grow […]

Have you ever been to a local brewery before? If you have, you were probably intrigued by the laid back atmosphere most breweries in the United States have. There are more relaxing options nowadays than heading to a bar to grab a drink. Similar to wineries, drinking local beer at a brewery is a great […]