Dump The Lumps: The World Health Organization Says Eat Less Sugar
WHO says there's strong evidence that excessive sugar is bad for us. So it's recommending that we cut back significantly.
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McDonald's Says It Won't Be Serving Chicken Raised On Antibiotics
Over the next two years, McDonald's will transition its U.S. restaurants to a new antibiotics policy. Several of the chain's competitors have also committed to curb antibiotics in their supply chain.
Sandwich Monday: The Funnel Cake Corn Dog
For this week's Sandwich Monday, we try a new twist on a classic. It's a corn dog that uses funnel cake in place of corn meal to encase a hot dog.
Why Shark Finning Bans Aren't Keeping Sharks Off The Plate (Yet)
Fewer shark fins are being imported into Hong Kong, the epicenter of shark-fin soup, a culinary delicacy. But while the trade in shark fins may be down, the trade in shark meat is still going strong.
From War To Plow: Why USDA Wants Veterans To Take Up Farming
Sara Creech's nursing career fell apart after she returned from Iraq with PTSD. She found purpose — and a new path — on the farm. Now, the USDA is giving veterans like her more financial support.
Italian Cheese Lovers Find Their Bovine Match Through 'Adopt A Cow'
The cheeses of the Italian Alps are prized for their flavor. But the tradition of cheese-making here is dying off. Now remaining farmers are banding together around an unusual adoption program.
Spain's Muslim Business Owners Feel Squeezed By New Zoning Proposals
Catalonia is home to mainland Spain's largest Muslim population. But politicians in one area are proposing laws to "protect traditional Spanish businesses" that Muslim leaders say are discriminatory.
When Food Is Too Good To Waste, College Kids Pick Up The Scraps
Millions of tons of food are wasted on college campuses around the country, and students are noticing. Some of them are now rescuing food to make tasty meals for the needy and compost for gardens.
Farmers Fear Legal Status For Workers Would Lead Them Off The Farm
Produce growers often rely on workers who are in the U.S. illegally. Some farmers worry that if those workers gain legal status, they will leave agriculture. But some workers say they would stay.
A Detroit Opera Celebrates Frida Kahlo's Life And Cooking
The Michigan Opera Theater is mounting a production in March of Frida. The city's Mexican restaurants are getting involved by honoring the Mexican artist's recipes and cooking with special menus.