Red meat and processed meats have been implicated as cancer causing, dangerous ingredients. What’s the real story? Should you stop eating bacon?
Food Chemistry of Nitrates, Nitrites, and Cured Meat
Be in the Know on GMOs
GMOs are a highly debatable topic and there are lots of resources out there on both sides of the argument. But, what exactly are GMOs and what might be the benefits?
The Future of Food is 3D
You’re probably familiar with 3-D printing. If you’re like me, you think of plastics and engineering. However, did you know that scientists are working on creating 3-D printers for food?! Sounds pretty cool, right? But why do we need this new technology?
Food Waste: A Growing Problem for a Growing World
It’s not pretty, or glamorous, or exciting, but it’s real and it’s a problem: food waste. Did you know that 25-40% of food in America is wasted (Grocery Manufacturers Association)? Food makes up the majority of solid waste in landfills. That’s right, not plastic or paper, FOOD. How do we solve this problem, especially considering […]
Refined Grain Versus Whole Grain Nutrition
Debates regarding nutrition and recommended foods abound throughout the US and the world. Even as we become more interested in the foods we eat and the effects those foods have on our bodies, there is still a great amount of confusion among most. One such argument is the consumption of refined grains versus whole grains. […]
What exactly is gluten and why are people avoiding it?
There is a lot of confusion out there surrounding gluten: what it is and whether or not you should eat it, Take a look to have all your questions answered with science!
Organic Food 🍓 A Scientific Debate
Organic foods are all the rage right now, but what are the real benefits?
Hormones in our food supply?
I get a lot of questions regarding the use of hormones and antibiotics in the food supply. This post explores many different facets of the current regulations and socioeconomic impact of hormones.