tag:www.natwincities.com,2005:/categories/conscious-eating?page=3Conscious Eating Conscious Eating | Natural Awakenings Twin Cities Page 3Healthy Living Healthy Planet2019-08-16T00:12:34-05:00urn:uuid:741ed10a-fd10-4375-9c72-d1d1a4a4acb62019-08-16T00:12:34-05:002019-08-16T00:12:34-05:00Sugar Linked to Depression: Connection to Mental Disorders2017-12-29 12:38:54 -0600AnonymousRecent studies confirm a link between sugar-heavy diets and mental disorders, especially depression, with added sugars—not those found in fruits—identified as the culprit.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:0e88c375-845a-4a04-8eda-a3c496082e382019-08-15T23:47:13-05:002021-03-02T14:46:19-06:00Veggie Doctors: Cardiologists Urge Plant-Based Hospital Meals2017-12-29 12:37:59 -0600Rachael OppyHospitals should add healthy vegetarian options and remove processed meats like bacon and ham from their menus, advises the American College of Cardiology.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:59e3ca7e-6c66-4696-96ce-2c42c76cd2702019-08-15T23:21:12-05:002019-08-15T23:21:12-05:00Meatless Millennials: Young Vegetarians Worry Meat Industry2017-12-29 12:37:58 -0600AnonymousMillennials must be “inspired and coached” to eat more animal products, a speaker advised the 2017 Chicken Marketing Summit in North Carolina.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:ec3a6ae2-7a40-473a-9c01-7d8063f957422019-08-15T23:29:28-05:002019-08-15T23:29:28-05:00Crackdown Needed: Glyphosate Found in Breakfast Foods2017-12-29 12:37:52 -0600AnonymousGlyphosate, a Monsanto herbicide linked in studies to several cancers, has been detected in 10 of 24 breakfast foods, including eggs, oatmeal and coffee creamer.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:f6912726-03be-4ae8-9226-edd55354ef232019-08-15T23:14:08-05:002019-08-15T23:14:08-05:00Milk Chocolate Also Benefits Heart Health: Lowers Risk of Irregular Heartbeat2017-11-30 15:21:15 -0600AnonymousHarvard researchers found that people eating one to 12 ounces a month of milk chocolate – but less than 30 ounces – had a lower risk of irregular heartbeat.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:9c8ac1fd-4ab9-4ab1-92f3-ac670b5b0cbb2019-08-16T00:05:52-05:002021-03-02T14:47:12-06:00Tree Nuts Cut Colon Cancer Relapse: Reduces Recurrence in Patients2017-11-30 15:21:07 -0600Rachael OppyTwo or more ounces of tree nuts a week sharply reduced cancer recurrence and premature death risk in patients with Stage III colon cancer.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:f99d021d-b8df-4b7a-a2b1-0d9aac326ce32019-08-16T00:11:31-05:002019-08-16T00:11:31-05:00The Gifts of Citrus: Colorful Good Health in Holiday Dishes2017-11-30 15:20:00 -0600Judith FertigOranges, limes, lemons and grapefruit boost our immune system, improve our cholesterol, and guard against cancer—and that’s just for starters.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:31f75933-9551-4014-973e-39b8a0058b422019-08-16T00:19:19-05:002019-08-16T00:19:19-05:00Not Your Grandma’s Stuffing: Healthy Twists on Old Favorites2017-11-01 15:57:00 -0500Judith FertigThe time-honored Thanksgiving dish is evolving to include healthy ingredients such as black rice, cauliflower, chestnuts and pecans, sometimes stuffed in an apple or squash.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:ca0f4a7c-33cc-430b-ad33-14886367a4e02019-08-15T23:45:19-05:002019-08-15T23:45:19-05:00Onions Healthy for Heart and Kidneys: Reduces Risks of Disease2017-10-31 11:55:46 -0500AnonymousUsing six years of data from 12,000 people, Iranian scientists found that regular eaters of garlic and onions lowered their cardiovascular disease risk by 64 percent and chronic kidney disease risk by 32 percent.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:861996f2-d784-478d-9f33-2cfbbd1bceb92019-08-15T23:07:32-05:002019-08-15T23:07:32-05:00Teetotalers Enjoy Less Heart Disease: Former and Occasional Drinkers Have Greater Risk2017-10-31 11:55:45 -0500AnonymousA Canadian meta-analysis of 45 studies found that former and occasional drinkers have a 45 percent greater risk of heart disease than non-drinkers.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:293daac5-e5d7-4eb3-8d33-78ccdce5d5762019-08-15T23:18:42-05:002019-08-15T23:18:42-05:00Cranberry Prebiotic Promotes Gut Health: Enhances Good Bacteria2017-10-31 11:55:42 -0500AnonymousThe cell walls of cranberries contain a compound that acts as a prebiotic by feeding more nutrients to the “good bacteria” in our gut.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:b510704c-a1c3-48d7-8500-5ad6813c43532019-08-15T23:11:21-05:002019-08-15T23:11:21-05:00Black Cumin Oil Helps Control Asthma: Improves Lung Function2017-10-31 11:55:35 -0500AnonymousAsthma patients given 500 milligrams of black cumin oil twice a day for four weeks had better functioning lungs and normalized levels of disease-fighting white blood cells.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:ab5052af-2cec-4cea-ba5e-717e65027f5c2019-08-15T23:26:35-05:002019-08-15T23:26:35-05:00Wine Worry: Glyphosate Toxin Turns Up in Wines2017-10-31 11:55:34 -0500AnonymousMonsanto’s Roundup herbicide glyphosate, which harms both soil and human health, has been found in 10 of 10 California wines tested, including organic ones.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:21c9edf8-6fc0-422e-8e82-5470796a86532019-08-15T23:25:15-05:002019-08-15T23:25:15-05:00Oil Spoil: How to Properly Discard Cooking Oil2017-10-31 11:55:25 -0500AnonymousThrown-out cooking grease can suffocate animals, befoul shorelines and clog water treatment plants, but disposing of it properly protects both the environment and home plumbing.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:5a3482f5-72f9-45ac-9674-29533e08c3962019-08-16T00:15:28-05:002019-08-16T00:15:28-05:00Resveratrol May Help Eye Health: Prevents Glaucoma, Cataracts and Macular Degeneration2017-09-29 18:19:09 -0500AnonymousChinese researchers have determined that oral resveratrol passes through the brain to the eyes, where it may prevent vision degeneration.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:37603d17-5704-47fb-909a-5b8c2435ebd32019-08-16T00:15:06-05:002019-08-16T00:15:06-05:00Banning Trans Fats Lowers Heart Attacks: Prohibiting Ingredient Protects Cardiac Health2017-09-29 18:19:06 -0500AnonymousHeart attack hospital admissions declined in New York counties that banned trans fat food in restaurants.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:82a496a5-124d-4a10-9a3d-767f58f2435c2019-08-15T23:27:22-05:002019-08-15T23:27:22-05:00Fermented Foods Revival: Rediscover Probiotic-Rich Foods2017-09-29 18:18:30 -0500Judith FertigChutneys, kombucha, kimchee, yogurt—adding small quantities of fermented foods like these to meals makes for a happy gut.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:867378ff-01ea-452e-b4f7-6015ae9055872019-08-15T23:47:10-05:002019-08-15T23:47:10-05:00Beetroot Juice Helps Older Brains Act Younger: Positive Effects on the Mind2017-08-31 11:15:00 -0500AnonymousSedentary adults with hypertension that drank beetroot juice before a thrice-weekly treadmill session had brain connectivity markers of younger adults.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:de645410-701b-4d52-86fa-e1923c4181502019-08-15T23:25:48-05:002019-08-15T23:25:48-05:00Milk Muddle: Organic Milk Producer Under Pressure2017-08-31 11:14:35 -0500AnonymousA huge Colorado feedlot that supplies organic milk to Walmart and Costco has come under scrutiny after satellite imagery raised questions about whether it complies with outdoor grazing rules.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:4ce8eb97-8117-43dd-9846-1aa657a130d52019-08-15T23:31:49-05:002019-08-15T23:31:49-05:00Fabulous Fan Fare: Healthy Tailgating Foods to Cheer For2017-08-31 11:14:00 -0500Judith FertigTailgating, fangating, homegating—whatever you call it, getting together with friends and family to chow down before the big game doesn’t mean you can’t eat well.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:df88fada-74f8-428d-a795-0fea09f672c82019-08-15T23:57:32-05:002019-08-15T23:57:32-05:00Eating Fruit Lowers Cardiac Risk: Keep the Heart Healthy with a Serving a Day2017-07-31 11:12:32 -0500AnonymousChinese and British adults that ate 100 grams of fruit a day lowered their heart-attack and stroke risk by a third over seven years.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:c499586e-8e80-4a6d-b6c8-0ac84fbad0142019-08-15T23:10:05-05:002019-08-15T23:10:05-05:00Maple Syrup Gives Good Gut: A Sweet Prebiotic2017-07-31 11:12:24 -0500AnonymousThe inulin in pure maple sugar encourages the growth of desirable bacteria in the gut, say researchers from the University of Rhode Island.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:04b2aee7-6370-4afc-a92f-574778e2df0e2019-08-16T00:19:59-05:002019-08-16T00:19:59-05:00Accepted Misfits: Ugly Produce Gains Status2017-07-31 11:12:23 -0500AnonymousGrocery stores are increasingly offering ugly-but-edible produce to customers at reduced prices instead of dumping them into a landfill.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:04cf809a-9d80-40c8-87ed-55c391b572662019-08-15T23:28:17-05:002019-08-15T23:28:17-05:00Feast in the Fields: The Rise of Pop-Up Organic Dining2017-07-31 11:12:01 -0500John D. Ivanko and Lisa KiviristWhat better way to eat organic than by sitting at a table on the farm, eating just-picked produce prepared by creative local chefs?<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:b43a0b75-ea85-4dda-a0d3-b29f1bcf42952019-08-15T23:17:31-05:002019-08-15T23:17:31-05:00Tax and Pricing Policies Spur Healthier Eating: Correlation Between Diet and Food Costs2017-06-30 10:24:06 -0500AnonymousIf prices are lowered on healthy foods and taxes are raised on unhealthy choices, consumers shift to better eating habits, report Tufts University researchers.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:495eaef7-e1de-480a-bdd4-bc6f712e90422019-08-16T00:24:19-05:002019-08-16T00:24:19-05:00Astonishing Agriculture: Food Grows Without Soil or Groundwater2017-06-30 10:23:54 -0500AnonymousA greenhouse in the South Australia desert uses coconut husks, solar power and desalinated seawater to grow 17,000 tons of non-GMO food every year.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:1e474724-43a8-4f1d-9de0-3baebbd39eb82019-08-15T23:08:16-05:002019-08-15T23:08:16-05:00Rigged Research: GMO Studies Compromised by Conflicts of Interest2017-06-30 10:23:51 -0500AnonymousFrench researchers have concluded that 40 percent of 579 GMO (genetically modified food) studies are tainted by conflicts of interest, such as a study author being employed by a company that profits from genetically engineered crops.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:69682c2f-44ec-4377-8980-212334a297302019-08-15T23:33:45-05:002019-08-15T23:33:45-05:00Eating Vegan on the Road: Clever Ways to Eat Healthy Anywhere2017-06-30 10:23:47 -0500Judith FertigFor vegan travelers, eating on the road means everything from Chipotle’s veggie choices to Thai restaurants to cooking a DIY tortilla using a hotel iron.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:cc64812d-d44e-416a-8ca3-93a3943b020d2019-08-16T00:18:08-05:002019-08-16T00:18:08-05:00Beverage Battle: Water Overtakes Sweet Sodas2017-06-30 10:23:00 -0500AnonymousBottled water has now surpassed carbonated soft drinks to become the largest beverage category by volume in the U.S.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:df665707-8720-4268-9316-b1f22a77e6cb2019-08-15T23:49:05-05:002019-08-15T23:49:05-05:00Backyard Pizza Party: Grill Scrumptious Pizzas and Flatbreads2017-05-31 11:24:00 -0500Claire O’NeilWith these tips and recipes, it’s easy to use your backyard grill to make fantastic healthy summer meals.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:8812cb61-8026-418c-95ec-91cb818c91042019-08-15T23:49:46-05:002019-08-15T23:49:46-05:00Ginger Relieves Infected Root Canals: Natural Oral Health Treatment2017-05-31 11:04:33 -0500AnonymousA paste of ginger extract slashed infection colonies by two-thirds in a lab study of teeth extracted from Sudanese root canal patients.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:eec6d9f7-ac0c-4234-b180-8659e219379f2019-08-16T00:11:48-05:002019-08-16T00:11:48-05:00Safe and Smart: Clarity for Expiration Dates on Food2017-05-31 11:04:19 -0500AnonymousTwo food-industry trade groups have settled on just two phrases to communicate food safety: ‘Use By’ to indicate perishability and ‘Best if Used By” to indicate peak flavor.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:b7fb5c09-9197-4f21-af98-457b6068a3002019-08-15T23:29:12-05:002019-08-15T23:29:12-05:00Mock Meats: Vegetarian Protein Options on the Rise2017-05-31 11:04:17 -0500AnonymousCompanies worldwide are racing to produce juicy plant-based protein alternatives that have the taste and feel of meat.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:6d3d43b5-bf65-48dc-b6fd-b573322a5d402019-08-16T00:00:54-05:002019-08-16T00:00:54-05:00Milk Minus the Moo: Evaluating Alternatives to Dairy2017-04-28 10:47:29 -0500Judith FertigSoy, rice, hemp, almond, coconut—with so many plant options to cow milk available we need a guide to the pros and cons of each.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:1d714990-c724-4cde-a951-34820d1116c32019-08-15T23:43:24-05:002019-08-15T23:43:24-05:00Drinking More Water Improves Food Intake: Impacts Overall Calories and Nutritional Value2017-03-31 09:21:00 -0500AnonymousPeople that drink more water in the course of a day tend to eat less, especially fat, sugar, and sodium, a University of Illinois study found.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:bac49286-98b3-46ba-9580-d2a1231290982019-08-15T23:08:02-05:002019-08-15T23:08:02-05:00Sage Linked to Cognitive Health: Helps to Preserve Mental Function2017-03-31 09:20:51 -0500AnonymousAustralian scientists report that sage appears to preserve memory by inhibiting changes to an enzyme that’s key in cognitive functions. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:b6f7d7af-52d9-4076-8c20-3e54398460a12019-08-15T23:11:13-05:002019-08-15T23:11:13-05:00Petroleum-Free: Phasing Out Plastic Film Food Wrappers2017-03-31 09:20:48 -0500AnonymousTo replace plastic consumer waste, innovators have created a food wrap made of milk casein and a six-pack ring made of barley and wheat.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:7f37d88d-2401-410b-aa03-12716a6796302019-08-15T23:24:10-05:002019-08-15T23:24:10-05:00Growing Organics: Toxin-Free Farmlands Rise to 4.1 Million Acres2017-03-31 09:20:45 -0500AnonymousSpurred by rising consumer demand, organic farmland in the U.S. increased 11 percent in two years.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:0f5d70b9-b514-4912-8466-a3dae41a505a2019-08-15T23:23:33-05:002019-08-15T23:23:34-05:00Eggs-pert Advice: How to Buy Good Eggs from Happy Hens2017-03-31 09:20:40 -0500Judith FertigBy knowing what the terms on egg cartons mean, we can pick fresh, delicious eggs produced by hens raised in humane conditions.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:8e3cc1be-5209-48d2-aa35-84c0708bc80f2019-08-16T00:24:10-05:002019-08-16T00:24:10-05:00Thumbs-Up on Fats: Good Fat Doesn’t Make Us Fat2017-02-28 11:45:29 -0600Judith FertigFat used to be the nemesis of good nutrition, but the latest research overturns that theory: The right fats actually keep us thin without harming our hearts.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:ec20d45b-1a87-4409-b88f-ba80d97291312019-08-15T23:23:15-05:002021-03-11T14:38:47-06:00Fearless Eating: How to Move Past Food Sensitivities2017-02-28 11:45:20 -0600Kathleen BarnesThe queasy stomach, brain fog or food cravings we’re experiencing might be caused by food sensitivities and a leaky gut—but there are some practical, simple solutions.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:6be9cb79-cc45-41de-a02f-18c2a936fe052019-08-15T23:34:22-05:002019-08-15T23:34:22-05:00No Benefit to Cutting Fat in Cheese: Does Not Affect Cholesterol Levels2017-02-28 11:25:45 -0600AnonymousDanish researchers found no difference in LDL “bad cholesterol” levels between people that ate low-fat cheese or regular-fat cheese for 12 weeks.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:9f559321-e3d8-4bf8-92e2-27ba3f14c48b2019-08-16T00:11:59-05:002019-08-16T00:11:59-05:00The Five-Second Rule Debunked: Researchers Disprove the Thought2017-02-28 11:25:44 -0600AnonymousRutgers researchers found that food dropped on the floor for even one second can be contaminated with bacteria, and that carpet transferred fewer bacteria than tile and stainless steel.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:67352176-b69b-4e75-92ae-a86f8a057ab32019-08-16T00:22:32-05:002019-08-16T00:22:32-05:00Veggie, Fish and Nut Fats Preserve Heart Health: Reducing the Risk of Cardiovascular Disease2017-02-28 11:25:43 -0600AnonymousIn a Harvard study, people that replaced a portion of their normal dairy foods with vegetables, nuts and fish reduced their heart-disease risk by a quarter, while people that replaced the dairy with animal fats increased their risk by six percent.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:c6e63c93-e279-41e8-9b0b-b076e87ac1832019-08-15T23:56:50-05:002019-08-15T23:56:50-05:00Botanical Breakthrough: Oregano Oil Proves a Safe Antibiotic for Poultry2017-02-28 11:25:35 -0600AnonymousSpurred by consumer demand, pioneering chicken farmers are replacing antibiotics with oregano oil and cinnamon.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:778a68bb-82bd-45d0-9f18-e8ee4c23f9512019-08-15T23:42:19-05:002019-08-15T23:42:20-05:00Fortified Foods Cut Into Supplement Use: Adults Turning to Added Nutrients2017-01-31 11:46:11 -0600AnonymousNutritional supplements sales are growing nationwide, in spite of the fact that up to a fifth of U.S. adults often pass them up for fortified foods.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:4681aac9-7977-45b2-994e-511423b756242019-08-15T23:04:28-05:002019-08-15T23:04:28-05:00Aloe Vera Juice Allays Diabetes: Reduces Fasting Blood Glucose2017-01-31 11:46:10 -0600AnonymousData from nine clinical studies found that oral doses of aloe vera reduced two common markers of Type 2 diabetes.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:f12c33e0-cfcf-4d0e-ab45-411258b62b682019-08-16T00:01:41-05:002019-08-16T00:01:41-05:00Fungus Among Us: Genetically Altered Mushrooms Approved for Consumption2017-01-31 11:46:06 -0600AnonymousA Penn State plant pathologist has received federal approval for gene-altered mushrooms that don’t brown as rapidly when sliced and exposed to oxygen.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:8cb55bc0-1078-4fc7-b74b-582ab9aaa3c82019-08-15T23:49:57-05:002020-05-25T10:11:41-05:00Indoor Kitchen Gardening: Easy-Grow Microgreens Are Big on Nutrition2017-01-31 11:46:00 -0600Barbara PleasantAlfalfa, wheat, popcorn, radishes, red cabbage, snow peas and more can be grown in soil in tiny kitchen containers, producing quick harvests of tasty nutrients.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:aee9bd84-bf1d-4efa-8bdd-276fef598d672019-08-16T00:02:52-05:002019-08-16T00:02:52-05:00Eat Safer: Website Screens Packaging for Toxin2016-12-28 12:43:30 -0600AnonymousTo help consumers know which drinks and foods are still being sold in cans lined with endocrine-disrupting BPA, the Environmental working Group’s website lists 16,000 BPA-tainted products.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:1ff6f489-ec7c-49f5-b45c-285b91ec07872019-08-15T23:10:13-05:002019-08-15T23:10:13-05:00The Dark Side of Gluten-Free Living: Most People Benefit from Gluten2016-12-28 12:43:00 -0600Judith FertigFor the majority of people, those that aren’t gluten-sensitive, removing it from our plates can hurt our gut flora and depress immune function, new studies show.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:97f130c1-c526-49f8-9f26-2a86eb6827532019-08-15T23:22:24-05:002019-08-15T23:22:24-05:00A Cup of Peppermint Tea Boosts Alertness: Increases Attention and Improves Memory2016-11-30 11:34:04 -0600AnonymousAfter sipping peppermint tea, people’s alertness and memory improved, while chamomile tea slowed thinking.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:3ae79854-6a9b-4a72-9830-b06e671298e92019-08-15T23:07:15-05:002019-08-15T23:07:15-05:00Bright Lights Encourage Healthy Eating: Lighting the Way to Nutritious Food2016-11-30 11:34:02 -0600AnonymousDiners at a chain restaurant picked healthier choices from the menu when a dining area was brightly lit.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:1f28518f-959b-4f40-a9f8-f22b1cbb8ac12019-08-15T23:28:57-05:002019-08-15T23:28:57-05:00Cranberries Reduce Urinary Tract Infections: Healthy Holiday Staple2016-11-30 11:34:02 -0600AnonymousPile on the cranberry sauce. Women given 500 milligrams of cranberry powder daily for six months had significantly fewer UTIs.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:fb452108-c5f4-446e-8d04-6f599477d9412019-08-15T23:42:45-05:002019-08-15T23:42:45-05:00America Outdone: Venezuela Bans GMOs2016-11-30 11:33:49 -0600AnonymousTo protect its traditional seeds and agriculture, Venezuela has passed perhaps the toughest law in the world regulating the use and research of genetically modified organisms.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:bcf32ca6-9b2f-4ff9-a14e-cd5c0aa379072019-08-15T23:23:08-05:002021-03-11T15:05:11-06:00Healthy Holiday Libations: Restorative Drinks Revive Good Cheer2016-11-30 11:33:00 -0600Judith FertigIf holidays leave us feeling stressed, hung over or sniffle-prone, sipping a healthy drink can revive body and spirit.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:a7f4eae4-bd96-4d18-9dc0-c3f6cf8ad1832019-08-16T00:24:51-05:002019-08-16T00:24:51-05:00Message Received: Conventional Grocery Chains Go Organic2016-10-31 10:13:25 -0500AnonymousEnthusiastic consumer demand is driving Kroger’s and Walmart’s new emphasis on organic sales.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:8e098e5d-8cff-41c9-9c15-d95fa1d1c74f2019-08-15T23:14:14-05:002019-08-15T23:14:14-05:00Festive Sips and Nibbles: Vegan Holiday Treats that Everyone Loves2016-10-31 10:13:00 -0500Judith FertigTempted by not-so-healthy holiday fare? With a little preparation, we can munch on plant-based snacks and drinks every bit as enticing as former favorites.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:04f848eb-d630-4ebe-9df4-fa6f28711cb32019-08-15T23:26:48-05:002019-08-15T23:26:48-05:00Organic Rally: October is Non-GMO Month2016-09-30 09:59:52 -0500AnonymousThe Non GMO Project is sponsoring National Non-GMO Month in October to increase education and awareness of unlabeled genetically modified food products.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:9e353151-43f3-4f8d-80cc-8d889c2afa4b2019-08-15T23:49:13-05:002019-08-15T23:49:13-05:00Born to Eat Wild: Why Ancestral Diets Boost Health2016-09-30 09:59:46 -0500Judith FertigThe hunter-gatherers that preceded us ate healthier wild foods that tasted bitter, astringent, sour and earthy rather than blandly sweet like today’s fruits and vegetables.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:dcb40207-7213-4d6c-9317-cee01765f2282019-08-16T00:03:38-05:002019-08-16T00:03:38-05:00Black Raspberries Bolster Heart Health: Decrease Artery Stiffness and Repair Blood Vessels2016-08-31 12:44:15 -0500AnonymousIn a Korean study, the robust compounds in black raspberries significantly decreased artery stiffness and increased cells that help repair blood vessels.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:2444cc67-c090-491d-be87-062c03d45bcd2019-08-15T23:38:25-05:002019-08-15T23:38:25-05:00Vitamin C-Rich Produce Guards Against Cataracts: Certain Foods Provide Vision Protection2016-08-31 12:44:05 -0500AnonymousIn a British study of twins, those that consumed the most fruits and vegetables rich in vitamin C developed fewer cataracts than their sibling.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:3a9b2278-aa2b-4e9d-a216-c313939904562019-08-15T23:46:07-05:002019-08-15T23:46:07-05:00Lying Labels: New Term Disguises High-Fructose Corn Syrup2016-08-31 12:44:02 -0500AnonymousFaced with rising consumer resistance to High-Fructose Corn Syrup, the corn refiners industry has created the terms “fructose syrup” or just “fructose” to hide its intense use in processed foods.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:407ece30-9abf-46a3-bed4-63eea4b29cd52019-08-15T23:12:25-05:002019-08-15T23:12:25-05:00Healing Recipe: Cooking May Be the Future of Medicine2016-08-31 12:44:01 -0500AnonymousAt more than 20 medical schools, doctors-to-be are learning about healthy diets and food preparation, often in hands-on cooking classes.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:b43d1d8e-dc80-4d8c-8914-c966b562d1402019-08-15T23:59:18-05:002019-08-15T23:59:18-05:00Vegan Lunchbox: Plant-Based Choices Provide Midday Boost2016-08-31 12:43:00 -0500Judith FertigThose curious about veganism can try switching to a plant-based diet just for lunches—and see what kinds of differences follow.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:35541a7b-c20a-41a4-8e7d-cf3b42a1f9962019-08-15T23:12:33-05:002019-08-15T23:12:33-05:00Grape Juice Boosts Memory and Driving Skills: Benefits of Polyphenols2016-07-29 10:50:26 -0500AnonymousBusy working mothers between the ages of 40 and 50 that drank Concord grape juice daily improved their performance on a driving test, results that lasted after the study ended.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:16159ff3-e3f3-4862-a550-4791ec01bf9c2019-08-15T23:54:47-05:002019-08-15T23:54:47-05:00A Good Food Fight: Keeping Food Out of the Trash Bin2016-07-29 10:50:06 -0500April ThompsonConcerned that more than $160 billion worth of uneaten food ends up annually in landfills, college-age entrepreneurs are figuring out how to redirect still-good edibles to people and animals.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d9b0a308-e1a5-4afd-901b-3f26907274e32019-08-15T23:42:56-05:002019-08-15T23:42:56-05:00Colorful Produce Slows Cell Aging: Carotenoids Linked to Longevity2016-06-30 10:14:09 -0500AnonymousAdults that eat hefty amounts of plants high in carotenoids have five- to eight-percent longer telomeres, cellular markers that typically grow shorter with age.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:5a076d52-7754-41c3-8555-554e028f47a52019-08-16T00:22:37-05:002019-08-16T00:22:37-05:00Energy Drinks Harm the Heart: Produces Abnormalities and Raises Blood Pressure2016-06-30 10:14:08 -0500AnonymousTwo cans of an energy drink per day produced abnormal heart rhythms and higher blood pressure in healthy adults.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:6ab3c7e3-2e8a-4885-ad09-524f970bfa7d2019-08-15T23:30:07-05:002019-08-15T23:30:07-05:00Farm-to-Work: Fresh Veggies Come Direct to Offices2016-06-30 10:13:56 -0500AnonymousSmall farmers across the country are now delivering fresh produce and organic goods directly to workplaces.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:23d1cb13-81e3-4718-9771-113e2f2ac22a2019-08-16T00:19:00-05:002019-08-16T00:19:00-05:00GMO-Free Pioneer: New Grain Transport to be Contaminant-Free2016-06-30 10:13:55 -0500AnonymousA North Dakota grain plant has acquired a million-bushel terminal that will enable GMO-free grains to be safely transported by rail to food suppliers.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:1e62cd95-90b6-4a66-903e-504666481b9b2019-08-16T00:12:04-05:002019-08-16T00:12:04-05:00Toxic Teflon: Scientists Increasingly Find It Dangerous2016-06-30 10:13:53 -0500AnonymousThe DuPont Teflon residues found in the blood of more than 99 percent of Americans is now linked to cancer, birth defects, heart disease and a weakened immune system.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:6a222c64-5d9c-4126-abd0-c888fb950b132019-08-15T23:54:32-05:002019-08-15T23:54:32-05:00Low-Cost Largesse: Nonprofit Grocery Sells Good Food at Low Prices2016-06-30 10:13:50 -0500AnonymousBy rescuing food that would otherwise be wasted, a former Trader Joe’s president is bringing high-quality nutrient-rich foods into poor neighborhoods.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:51a726ad-e0b9-48c3-8856-dc950ab5a62b2019-08-15T23:48:20-05:002019-08-15T23:48:20-05:00Locavore Lingo: What All the Food Labels Really Mean2016-06-30 10:13:45 -0500Judith FertigCertified, Organic, Humane—how can we distinguish good, better and best from among the healthier choices?<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d84e28be-98a9-4f44-a51f-47c85ec9239d2019-08-15T23:07:27-05:002019-08-15T23:07:28-05:00Bye-Bye Dye: Mars and Others Abandoning Artificial Colors2016-05-31 12:07:38 -0500AnonymousIn the face of consumer concerns, major U.S. food companies are phasing out artificial dyes from candies, drink mixes and other kid-targeted foods.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:d103d0b5-528f-4f46-a0aa-03caa94ef2302019-08-16T00:05:37-05:002019-08-16T00:05:37-05:00Fast Whole-Food Munchies: Tasty Homemade Alternatives to Junk Food2016-05-31 12:07:00 -0500Judith FertigWith a little advance preparation, we can fill our fridge with sweet and savory snacks made from whole foods.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:a141e8f2-2055-40d0-8f71-43f1186819582019-08-15T23:32:45-05:002021-03-02T14:41:29-06:00Legumes Keep Colorectal Cancer at Bay: Nuts and Beans for Colon Health2016-04-29 10:02:33 -0500Rachael OppyPeople who eat high amounts of nuts and beans slash their risk of colorectal cancer by a third, Korean scientists report.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:457d6493-b8d3-4814-86c7-07d7854a657e2019-08-16T00:03:11-05:002019-08-16T00:03:11-05:00Salmon Scam: Farmed Fish Mislabeled as Wild-Caught2016-04-29 10:01:28 -0500AnonymousA DNA sampling of 82 purchases found that 43 percent of the so-called “wild-caught” salmon was farmed.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:e65c75f5-a023-47be-8c2a-13801a89191c2019-08-16T00:15:59-05:002019-08-16T00:15:59-05:00Mm-mm Good: Campbell’s Endorses GMO Labeling2016-04-29 10:01:27 -0500AnonymousCampbell Soup Company has pledged to label its genetically modified (GMO) products and is urging the U.S. government to mandate GMO labeling nationwide.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:4d100e27-eaa2-4f79-89af-1f1b4a0fb57f2019-08-15T23:13:55-05:002019-08-15T23:13:55-05:00How to Reboot Your Eating Habits: Small Shifts Can Drop Pounds and Gain Health2016-04-29 10:01:23 -0500Judith FertigChewing natural gum while shopping and adding coconut oil to our coffee are among the simple steps that can perk up health.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:b9ed525b-db75-4b2f-8634-5671bfb13d2e2019-08-16T00:11:52-05:002019-08-16T00:11:52-05:00Kiwis Boost Heart Health: Tasty Way to Improve Cardiovascular Wellness2016-03-31 09:48:41 -0500AnonymousJust one kiwi fruit a week significantly improved markers of heart health in Spanish subjects.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:2c3ee4fd-3b3f-4589-879f-b117669005d52019-08-16T00:03:46-05:002019-08-16T00:03:46-05:00Grading Grocers: Greenpeace Issues Report on Seafood2016-03-31 09:48:12 -0500AnonymousTo help consumers choose sustainable seafood, Greenpeace evaluates and rates grocery chains on their seafood purchasing policies and labeling.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:adc05c04-5490-486b-9d6d-0ebeb39b94b62019-08-16T00:20:33-05:002019-08-16T00:20:33-05:00GMO-Free Germany: Five Dozen Countries Now Ban or Label GMO Crops2016-03-31 09:48:10 -0500AnonymousGermany has followed Scotland’s lead in the European Union by blocking the use of GMOs (genetically modified organisms) in agriculture.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:7a65c817-389f-4482-a356-dde6eda4e79e2019-08-16T00:24:23-05:002019-08-16T00:24:23-05:00DARK Act Defeated: Senate Vote Reflects Citizen Demands2016-03-31 09:47:09 -0500AnonymousThe Deny Americans the Right to Know, or DARK Act, was defeated in the U.S. Senate, representing a major victory for consumers.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:6adce02c-0bf3-4dc0-824c-9eb09a43e07b2019-08-15T23:22:51-05:002019-08-15T23:22:51-05:00Edible Heirlooms: Old-Fashioned Fruits and Veggies Return to the Table2016-03-31 09:47:00 -0500Avery MackThe healthy, tasty, GMO-free varieties of produce that our grandparents enjoyed are making a comeback.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:bb761e56-c2ba-41e8-8879-925d6b3260062019-08-15T23:24:42-05:002019-08-15T23:24:42-05:00Meaty Truths: Choosing Meat that’s Sustainable and Safe2016-02-29 16:15:00 -0600Melinda HemmelgarnWhen it comes to steaks, hamburgers and other red meats on the menu, what’s better for the environment turns out to better for animals and people, too.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:6666066c-194c-4d78-b4bf-b1ff9a2dc3042019-08-15T23:12:55-05:002019-08-15T23:12:55-05:00Apple Munching Makes for Healthier Shopping: Eating this Fruit Helps Consumers Make Better Choices2016-02-29 15:55:06 -0600AnonymousPeople that ate an apple before grocery shopping stocked their cart with a healthier portion of fruits and vegetables.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:b41a8666-4ef9-4c82-a068-d5c0861028652019-08-16T00:18:04-05:002019-08-16T00:18:04-05:00Nixing Monsanto: Guatemala Just Says No2016-02-29 15:54:58 -0600AnonymousFollowing widespread public protests, Guatemala repealed a law that formerly gave Monsanto the right to plant its genetically modified seeds in ancestral lands.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:577f4298-a223-444b-91ca-cd5b2f26566a2019-08-15T23:21:18-05:002019-08-15T23:21:18-05:00Food Fight: College Cafeterias Lead the Way in Sustainable Eating2016-02-29 15:54:57 -0600AnonymousStudents can increasingly find healthy, sustainable options and locally-sourced food in their dining halls.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:055417cc-3e39-4ad5-907d-d98792d3a4d92019-08-15T23:47:24-05:002019-08-15T23:47:25-05:00Critter Cuisine: Edible Insects Can Help Feed the Planet2016-02-29 15:54:54 -0600AnonymousEating insects may invoke an instinctive yuck factor, but bugs are packed with nutrients and protein.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:25947b85-a774-4598-9897-3009d5bdd2ca2019-08-15T23:45:48-05:002019-08-15T23:45:48-05:00Surging Organics: Costco Shoots Past Whole Foods Market2016-02-29 15:54:52 -0600AnonymousAs organic produce becomes more popular and available, Costco has become its number one seller in the U.S.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:33d05cdf-ea58-47e5-b375-f4fd54603b2b2019-08-16T00:18:42-05:002019-08-16T00:18:42-05:00Taste the Rainbow,: Expand Your Palate with New Colorful Veggies2016-02-29 15:54:00 -0600Judith FertigWhile about half of America’s vegetable consumption is stuck in a rut of tomatoes and potatoes, supermarket aisles overflow with exotic and healthier options.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:cfadddf7-5208-4986-a41f-1dd53adcff0b2019-08-15T23:54:05-05:002019-08-15T23:54:05-05:00Olive Oil Compound Kills Cancer Cells: Spares Healthy Functioning Cells2016-01-29 10:07:27 -0600AnonymousRutgers University researchers report that a compound in virgin olive oil killed cancer cells while sparing healthy cells.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:558cba1d-dc99-40a5-80f9-e19acb7ed3e92019-08-15T23:05:40-05:002019-08-15T23:05:40-05:00High-Fructose Sweetener Aggravates Asthma and Bronchitis: Sugary Drink Causes Respiratory Issues2016-01-29 10:07:14 -0600AnonymousPeople with a history of chronic bronchitis that routinely drank five or more high-fructose corn syrup sodas a week showed an 80 percent increase in bronchitis incidents.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:19dc8ed3-ded9-4283-a315-0bc7fe568b312019-08-15T23:14:17-05:002019-08-15T23:14:17-05:00Mediterranean Diet Sustains More Youthful Brain Sizes: Foods to Support a Healthy Mind2016-01-29 10:07:14 -0600AnonymousPeople over 80 that ate more fish and veggies than meat had brain sizes equal to those five years younger.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:429e3486-504c-48e1-b3c3-412ff6f52fb62019-08-15T23:53:19-05:002019-08-15T23:53:19-05:00Nice Spice: McCormick Going Non-GMO2016-01-29 10:07:11 -0600AnonymousThe world’s largest spice company has promised to make 80 percent of its herbs and spices both organic and non-GMO by 2016.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:e8926a57-4a4f-4fc0-b535-8b0bf26f9b092019-08-15T23:24:01-05:002019-08-15T23:24:01-05:00Ancient Grains for Modern Palates: Gluten-Free and Eco-Friendly Grains Gain Favor2016-01-29 10:06:00 -0600Judith FertigNo longer lost in the past, ancient grains such as yellow millet, brown quinoa and black rice offer tasty, healthy alternatives.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:617b588d-7104-4c7c-953d-8da6f1a61bb52019-08-15T23:57:24-05:002019-08-15T23:57:24-05:00Doctor’s Orders: GMO Labeling Endorsed by Physicians2015-12-29 17:25:33 -0600AnonymousIncreasingly, physicians are urging labeling of GMO products and voicing concerns about their carcinogenic properties.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:3db392d1-6eb9-4265-a982-c3b38bb4491a2019-08-16T00:19:50-05:002021-04-19T14:04:22-05:00Scientists Urge Ban on Non-Stick Pan Coatings: Cookware Chemicals Extremely Dangerous to Health2015-12-29 16:23:09 -0600Rachael OppyCiting research links to liver, nerve and heart disorders, more than 200 scientists have called for a halt to the production of the chemicals used to coat non-stick cookware.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>urn:uuid:22b934f5-e38e-4bc8-9fae-d77208049ad72019-08-15T23:47:58-05:002019-08-15T23:47:59-05:00Drive-Thru Vegan: Amy’s Opens Organic Fast Food Restaurant2015-12-29 16:23:02 -0600AnonymousIn a pioneering move, Amy’s Organic restaurant in Rohnert Park, California, combines healthy no-meat dishes with speedy service.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.natwincities.com">Natural Awakenings Twin Cities</a></small></p>