Canola oil is a type of vegetable oil derived from the seeds of the canola plant, a member of the Brassica family. The evolution of canola from a niche crop to a global staple is due to Canadian researchers having transformed an engine lubricant into a source of "artificial nutrition" for consumers worldwide. As you consume the canola oil next time, remember the peculiar history of how Canada convinced the world to embrace a crop that once lubricated engines but now nourishes

Dr. Ancel Keys , a prominent physiologist and nutrition researcher during the mid-20th century played a pivotal role in promoting the...

The traditional food pyramid, which emphasizes a carbohydrate-dominant diet with grains as the base, has faced significant criticism over...

Consumers are encouraged to stay informed about brand ownership & remain vigilant regarding any changes in product quality/ethical standards

Served alongside buttery mashed cauliflower or charred garlic-kissed green beans, Salisbury steak is a moment of indulgence.

Hundreds of thousands of diners are talking about INGREDIENTS used in restaurant food on this new app called "Seed Oil Scout". This app offers full menu breakdowns for national chains and nearly 20K restaurant ratings nationwide. Using this app, you can avoid restaurants using industrially processed seed oils, locate the restaurants which are seed oil free, and find local, organic grass-fed and wild foods near you.

According to findings of the Fall 2021 George Washington University study, toxic chemicals were detected in chicken nuggets, burritos and...

Amazon doubles down on palm recognition across its network of Whole Foods grocery stores. Whole Foods has now transformed your hands into...

Many everyday foods contain trace amounts of insect-derived ingredients or bug fragments. Additives like carmine (from crushed beetles) and shellac (from lac bugs) are used for coloring and glazing. Even honey, beeswax, and royal jelly come from insects. The FDA allows a certain level of insect fragments in food, as total removal is nearly impossible. On average, Americans unknowingly consume 1–2 pounds of bugs per year through common foods.

Globally, the fraudulent food industry could be worth $40 billion. It hurts legitimate producers, funds criminal activities, and can even...

Change happens when we stand together and ask for it. Unhealthy food has been the standard for way to long. If you are tired of being...

The industrialization of the humble tomato preceded the globalized economy that was to follow. It is now as much of a commodity as wheat,...

Horse meat labelled as beef. Honey diluted with cheap sugar syrups. Counterfeit extra-virgin olive oil. Food crime is a multi-billion...

Are They Lying About Our Food? Food Fraud Investigation Documentary Who is paying the real price for the cheap food in our supermarkets?...

Sixty years of producing standardized fruit and vegetables and creating industrial hybrids have had a dramatic impact on their...

CORN, SOY, CANOLA, PEANUT, GRAPE SEED, COTTON SEED, SUNFLOWER OILS and the solid MARGARINE made out of these oils contain high quantities...

Ten years in the making, Bud Light NEXT is finally available in major grocery chains as the first zero carb beer in the market today. It...

A startup, Impact Food is soft launching its plant-based fake fish product, namely bluefin tuna. The plant-based product claims to mimic the taste and texture of premium raw whole-cut tuna for sushi market. The company aims to recreate such qualities of whole fish as the gel-like fatty texture, taste, color, odor, and mouth feel from plants using molecular cell biology. Their biochemical technology combines plant-based protein isolate, incl. from peas, starches, algae and "ot

Spinach may not be as healthy as you think. It's extremely high in oxalates—1,510 mg per cup cooked—which can contribute to kidney stones and conditions like vulvodynia in women. Oxalates bind with calcium, forming harmful crystals. To reduce risk, avoid high-oxalate greens like spinach and choose low-oxalate options like romaine, arugula, and cabbage instead. Talk to your doctor if you have symptoms or kidney stone history.