Back in November, we reported on California’s failed attempt to introduce GMO labeling laws. Since then, the Right to Know effort has gained momentum and another initiative will be on the ballot in Washington state in November 2013. In the meantime, we are happy to report that at least two major supermarket chains have taken matters into their own hands to provide more transparency to consumers. Come and cheer the good news with us! Continue reading “Update from the Non GMO Front”
Tag: Philosphy
What is a Microbiome and Why Should I Care?
If you are a regular reader of our blog (and we hope you are) you know that we write not only about the fruits and vegetables in season right now, but also about healthy-living-through-food-related topics such as the benefits of water, and when to choose organic. Recently, I’ve been attending classes with one of my favorite chef-authors, Meredith McCarty, and learning a lot about the role bacteria plays in keeping us healthy. So I was excited to read about the results of a study that is mapping the genetic material of bacteria in healthy people, and changing the research landscape in this field. It inspired me to dedicate today’s post to the brilliant little microbes that keep us on track: healthy bacteria. Come and cook with us! Continue reading “What is a Microbiome and Why Should I Care?”
Bitter is Better
There are many beliefs and opinions on food that I share with Jessica, but there is one thing about which we disagree: bitter food. Jessica loves bitter food; I, on the other hand, struggle to stomach it. Growing up it was the one taste sensation that was very hard for me to … swallow. And even though today I understand that bitter food aids digestion by nature of its molecular structure, which is similar to the juices in our stomach, I remain skeptical. A recent article in the Wall Street Journal Review “For Healthy Eating, Bitter is Better” written by Barb Stuckey gave me enough of a nudge, however, to consider balancing my sweet nothings with a little bitterness every now and again. Come and cook with us! Continue reading “Bitter is Better”
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