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  • Support your immune system this flu season with 6 easy tips

    As the cold weather approaches, it’s time to gear up for flu season. Even though germs are always around, you can take small, daily steps to give your body a better chance to stay healthy. Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner shares six simple, practical tips to keep...
  • Refuerce su sistema inmunitario esta temporada de gripe con 6 sencillos consejos

    Con la llegada del frío, se acerca la hora de prepararse para la temporada de gripe. Aunque los gérmenes siempre están presentes, puede dar pequeños pasos diarios para que su cuerpo tenga más posibilidades de mantenerse sano. La dietista y nutricionista certificada Dawn Jackson Blatner comparte seis consejos sencillos...
  • Has Food Assistance Been Politicized?

    At least 42 million of the country’s lowest-income people will imminently stop receiving benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) starting November 1st. The majority of SNAP recipients are children, seniors, or people with disabilities. Eighty-six percent of all SNAP benefits go to households that include a child,...
  • EarthTalk Q&A: Alimentos cultivados en laboratorio al rescate

    Roddy Scheer & Doug Moss EarthTalk Estados Unidos tiene casi dos millones de granjas, y más de la mitad de su territorio se dedica a la agricultura. El cambio climático afecta a la productividad agrícola, a veces aumentando o reduciendo los rendimientos, mientras que la contaminación atmosférica provocada por...
  • EarthTalk Q&A: Lab-Grown Food To The Rescue

    Roddy Scheer & Doug Moss EarthTalk The U.S. has nearly two million farms, with over half of its land used for agriculture. Climate change affects agricultural productivity, sometimes enhancing or reducing yields, while air pollution from ground-level ozone weakens plant growth and increases disease susceptibility. Also, rising populations and...
  • As Fear of ICE Grips Homes, Volunteers in LA Deliver Food to Families in Need

    Araceli Martinez American Community Media LOS ANGELES — For years, Génesis Méndez worked two jobs while studying biology at Biola University, a Christian school near Orange County. Once she’d reached her goal of buying a new car, she quickly put the new ride to use. These days, Méndez does...
  • Talking Tequila

    Family Features As one of the world’s most popular spirits, tequila has a rich heritage rooted in traditional Mexican craftsmanship. Yet, many people may not be aware of its history or all that goes into producing the spirit. Understanding the production process can reveal the commitment to quality, artistry...
  • Back to School Food Allergy Guide: What Parents Need to Know

    Children spend anywhere from 800 to 1,100 hours at school each year. For those with food allergies, that time comes with added risks. From cafeteria meals to classroom snacks, the risk of a food allergy exposure is an everyday concern. And with good reason: The U.S. Centers for Disease...
  • Tackle Your Family’s Hunger with a Touch of Heat

    It’s easy to get into a recipe rut when every day feels the same – work, kids’ activities, social events and bedtime routines make it tough to experiment in the kitchen. If your family’s meals are growing boring, all you need is a touch of heat to bring new...
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