Food + Health

  1. Is there lead in your salad dressing?

    By Lori Bongiorno Posted Tue Nov 24, 2009 1:21pm PST for the_conscious_consumer 0 Comments

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    Some balsamic vinegars contain unsafe levels of lead, so be careful what you put on the salad, especially for children. Read full post »

  2. Eight ways we should clean up our food supply

    By Robyn O'Brien Posted Mon Nov 23, 2009 10:01am PST for daily_green_news 0 Comments

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    What we need to do to protect children's health and the environment, as well as our own well-being. Read full post »

  3. Four incredibly easy, slow-cooker side dishes for Thanksgiving

    By Gloria Dawson Posted Tue Nov 17, 2009 10:34am PST for daily_green_news 2 Comments

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    These recipes will delight guests -- and leave the cook with plenty of time to mingle. Read full post »

  4. 10 ways to catch germs over the holidays

    By Meredith Darlington, Mother Nature Network Posted Mon Nov 16, 2009 9:41am PST for guest_bloggers 0 Comments

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    Parties and family gatherings mean more opportunities to catch up -- and catch a cold. Read full post »

  5. Why it's time to rethink the bird this Thanksgiving

    By TDG Community Posted Fri Nov 13, 2009 10:29am PST for daily_green_news 4 Comments

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    Consider a delicious vegetarian meal this year and let the planet give thanks. Read full post »

  6. Too much of a good thing can be bad

    By Lori Bongiorno Posted Tue Nov 10, 2009 1:06pm PST for the_conscious_consumer 0 Comments

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    Aren't there some things that you just can't have too much of? Not really. Even things that are good for you can be damaging if you consume too much. Read full post »

  7. Is balsamic vinegar poisoning you?

    By Jane Kay / Environmental Health News Posted Mon Nov 9, 2009 6:20am PST for daily_green_news 0 Comments

    Studies show concerning levels of lead, which can cause permanent brain damage when children are exposed, in certain vinegars -- even high-end aged balsamic varieties. Read full post »

  8. Is there BPA in your canned food?

    By Lori Bongiorno Posted Wed Nov 4, 2009 12:22pm PST for the_conscious_consumer 0 Comments

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    Consumers Union tested 19 canned foods like Campbell's and Del Monte. Almost all contained the questionable chemical BPA. What can you do to protect your family? Read full post »

  9. Is a peanut a nut?

    By Lori Bongiorno Posted Tue Nov 3, 2009 9:16am PST for greenpicks 1 Comments

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    Find out why peanuts suffer from a bit of an identity crisis. Read full post »

  10. 10 tasty flu-fighting foods

    By Julie Knapp, Mother Nature Network Posted Mon Nov 2, 2009 8:58am PST for guest_bloggers 5 Comments

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    Stay healthy by eating luxurious treats like chocolate, strawberries, oysters, and wild salmon. Read full post »

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