Today, in his address to the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. announced over $2.9 billion in new assistance from the U.S. Government to address global food insecurity. President Biden’s announcement builds on the $6.9 billion in U.S. government assistance to support global food security already committed this year. The compounding impacts of the pandemic, the deepening climate crisis, rising energy and fertilizer costs, and protracted conflicts – including Russia’s invasion of Ukraine – […]
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Health coach Tracy Dejardins Coastal Point | Submitted You may be “dieting” and not even realize it. Check-in with the following questions: Are you: • Living with certain self-imposed “food rules,” like low-carb or fat-free? • Dreading upcoming holidays because you fear loss of control? • Rescheduling your annual physical until you “lose the weight”? • Eating foods that are not truly satisfying, then experiencing a binge? • Continually “falling off the wagon” on the weekends? • Starting your “eating […]
Blueberries and other foods rich in antioxidants can help reduce inflammation Cystic fibrosis is a disorder that is inherited and affects various organs of the body. Having cystic fibrosis significantly damages the lungs, and also affects the digestive system. This happens because cystic fibrosis affects the cells that are responsible for producing sweat, digestive liquids, and mucus. Having cystic fibrosis causes these fluids to be thicker and stickier than how they usually are. Due to this irregularity, instead of helping […]
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — Having chicken for dinner? If so, sear it, fry it or braise it but do not cook it in NyQuil, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) warns. The cautioning comes after a recent social media challenge that encourages viewers to cook chicken in NyQuil (acetaminophen, dextromethorphan, and doxylamine) or another similar OTC cough and cold medication, presumably to eat. Wellness Wednesday: How to spot the signs of suicide in loved ones, how to help “Boiling […]
You don’t need a ton of ingredients for a meal that sings. The recipes featured here are marvels of resourcefulness, offering enormous flavor in little time and with seven ingredients or fewer (minus those kitchen stalwarts salt, pepper and oil). We draw the line at seven rather than five or even three (like those buzzy headlines promise) because we believe that the best meals reach just a tiny bit further. An ingredient or two more — a smattering of scallions, […]
Diets have only improved by 1.5 points over the last 30 years as measured by the global Alternative Healthy Eating Index. Certain groups of people were more likely to follow healthier eating habits than others. Policy changes need to happen to approve affordability and accessibility to nutritious foods. Globally, diets have not improved very much over the last 30 years a study in the journal Nature Food reports. The study evaluated global, regional and national dietary patterns in both children […]
Westend61/getty images For something we do every day, eating can feel complicated. Especially when you’re in the constant pursuit of a healthy diet. You might have heard that you should eat more fiber and less sodium, but who has time to add up all the grams and micrograms? You can use the familiar plate-shaped guide from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, but it’s not very specific. And if you’re a fan of food tracking apps (which really can be great), […]
David Leins Subscribe where ever you listen to podcasts: Apple Podcast — Spotify — Google Play — Stitcher — NPR In This Episode: How healthy, plant-based foods can make a difference in Detroit communities Chef Phil Jones on his own connection to the city Subtle and tasty ways to improve your health Jones on utilizing restaurant resources at the outset of COVID to feed thousands How telling the right stories about food can contribute to equity in Black and Brown communities When the pandemic began in spring […]
LAS VEGAS — Generation Z is proving to be a catalyst for new marketing tactics and media opportunities for grocers across the industry. Simply advertising products is not going to cut it, and this younger generation, regarded for its activism, won’t hesitate to make that known, according to panelists during a Groceryshop session focused on marketing to the up-and-coming consumer generation. TikTok is a fast growing and powerful social media platform, with over 1 billion monthly active users, 60% of […]
Image: Gameloft Hey, no judgment if you burn your toast, I still occasionally eat dinosaur chicken nuggies. We don’t all have what it takes in the kitchen, but the life simulation game Disney Dreamlight Valley lets everyone take control of their destiny. In Dreamlight, your protagonist is inherently a winner. You’re always safe, even when commanding a stovetop. Cooking is an extension of the peaceful nobility Dreamlight sparkles over you—it replenishes energy and earns money, bonds you closer to characters, […]
