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The great tragedy of the American Chestnut tree.
2+ hour, 3+ min ago (53+ words) I always wondered why the drawings of Daniel Boone and early settlers showed giant trees. They seemed to be in an area that was nothing like the Appalachians that I understood. I always chalked it up to greedy lumber companies…...
Backyard vegetable gardens are healthy for people and the planet. Here’s how to start yours
1+ week, 5+ day ago (277+ words) If you want healthy food, experts say to eat what's local, organic and in-season. Those foods benefit the planet too, because they are less taxing on the soil and they don't travel as far. Continued below... Starting today August 7th, 2024, in…...
Food Safety is Still An Issue in China
1+ week, 5+ day ago (77+ words) China's Food Safety Report reveals Pesticide Contamination, Food Additive as Major Concerns China's most recent government-led food safety report has revealed pesticide contamination, microbial contamination and excessive food additive content as the major concerns. Read more Food safety in... China's…...
Iconic Hot Dog Chain Nathan’s Sold to Chinese Pork Producer
2+ week, 5+ day ago (101+ words) China is eating America's lunch. Iconic hot dog company Nathan's Famous, best known for putting on the July hot dog eating contest, is being sold to Chinese-owned pork producer Smithfield Foods., for $450 million in cash. The companies announced the transaction…...
Foods and drinks preppers should avoid.
3+ week, 3+ day ago (155+ words) I am a big fan of soda, I am a healthy weight, so I don't have any problems with excess sugar intake matter of fact I might not be getting enough sugar. The cans of soda can be bought in…...
ICE pulls over Texas Monthly’s taco editor while reporting in West Texas
3+ week, 6+ day ago (123+ words) I guess being brown and eating tacos creates a nexus of illegal behavior. Ralat, who's built a national following for his expert reporting on tacos and regional Mexican food, frequently travels throughout Texas for work. He detailed the encounter with…...
Why Tamales Belong on the Christmas Table
4+ week, 1+ hour ago (274+ words) Celebrating the Christmas season should be filled with good cheer, family gatherings, special events and, of course, a memorable holiday dinner. Forget serving roast turkey, glazed ham or prime rib of beef. Instead, introduce family and friends to a Latino…...
Fasting for help to overcome dysfunctional eating
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (156+ words) Well, I don't know if it is dysfunctional but it certainly feels like it at times. I am on a very restrictive diet and want to lose more weight so that I'm smack in the middle of the healthy BMI…...
Trump and the Hyde Amendment: We can't be flexible here
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (111+ words) Picture this: you're sitting in a nice restaurant. The people at the next table spare no expense, ordering the most expensive items on the menu. That's their choice. But when the waiter brings you the bill and says, "You didn't…...
Top 10 Traditional Christmas Foods From Around the World
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (58+ words) Although Christmas arrives in one of the coldest months of the year, it brings a warmth unlike any other season. Rooted in the Christian celebration of the birth of Jesus, it has grown over time into a global tradition embraced…...