Over-Aged: Chinese Authorities Seize Decades-Old Meat
The thousands of tons of meat have an estimated value of more than $480 million — but also pose serious health risks, officials said.
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Genetically Modified Salmon: Coming To A River Near You?
Scientists are trying to predict what might happen if genetically modified salmon escaped growth facilities. It's a scenario often raised by critics who don't want the FDA to approve sale of the fish.
In The Japanese Tea Ceremony, Politics Are Served With Every Cup
The ritual drinking of this ancient beverage — often thought of as the epitome of Japanese restraint and formality — has long been entwined with issues of power and national identity.
Chocolate, Chocolate, It's Good For Your Heart, Study Finds
Regular chocolate eaters had a lower risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke compared to people who didn't eat chocolate. The researchers say it's more evidence that polyphenols may be protective.
Once And Future Nut: How Genetic Engineering May Bring Back Chestnuts
The American chestnut is poised to return — as a bionic, blight-resistant tree. Scientists hope to plant about 10,000 transgenic plantlets to pollinate trees in the "wild."
Local Food Is Still A Niche. Can It Grow Beyond That?
"Local" food makes up a small fraction of what Americans eat. But a recent study argues that 90 percent of people living in cities could be fed with food grown within 100 miles.
Mamma Mia! Olive Garden Food Truck Invades Boston's Italian Neighborhood
That's right: The Italian food chain has jumped on the food truck craze. And this weekend it parked in Boston's North End, where Italian food is most sacred and many eateries go back generations.
Sans Artificial: General Mills Scrambles To Reformulate Lucky Charms
The company has pledged to ditch artificial colorings and flavorings from all of its cereals by the end of 2016. But those iconic rainbow-colored marshmallow charms might take longer to revamp.
In Germany, Seasonal Eating As Way Of Life — And Excuse To Celebrate
Many fruit and vegetables just aren't available year-round in German grocery stores. So when favorites like asparagus are in season, Germans fill their baskets ... and throw some parties.
French Ecology Minister Calls For A Nutella Boycott
She asked consumers to stop eating Nutella because it's made with palm oil, which contributes to deforestation. NPR's Rachel Martin talks with Glenn Hurowitz, managing director of Climate Advisers.