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food

Nuke It: The Radioactive Way to Cook

by Kevin McCann 05.27.2010

Why it matters:
This is our food we’re talking about here.
Recap:
“Zap it!” “Nuke it!” These sound like scary things that overzealous generals want to do to Godzilla.
But we say these things all the time. In fact, they’re all euphemisms for “Microwave [...]

Happy Birthday Dear Happy Meal

by Kevin McCann 03.30.2010

Why it matters:
Because this is supposed to be food.
Recap:
Joann Brusso is just like your grandma was when you were a kid, except when she buys her grand kids a Happy Meal from Mickey-D’s, she promptly puts it on the shelf [...]

Bisphenol A, It’s the New Asbestos and It’s Everywhere

by Kevin McCann 02.11.2010

Why it matters:
“Endocrine disruptor” and “synthetic estrogen”… that’s why.
Recap:
Unless you’ve been living under a rock– an unfairly stigmatized exercise of strength, endurance, and will-power, but sadly also a impediment to education and worldly awareness– you’ve heard all the bad news [...]

High Fructose Corn Syrup is Packing Your Organs in Fat

by Kevin McCann 01.05.2010

Why it matters:
Because your body metabolizes fructose differently than other sugars (read: very poorly), and since the 1980s fructose has become a ubiquitous part of the American diet.
Recap:
A recent study by scientists at UC Davis lends more evidence to the [...]

In Defense of Food

by Argam DerHartunian 10.16.2009

Bluefin Tuna: Say Goodbye to Your Favorite Sushi

by Kevin McCann 09.22.2009

Why it matters:
Because we are on the verge of hunting a species to extinction…for sushi.
Recap:
Despite the species’ uncertain future, and despite urging from the EU’s Executive Commission, today the EU failed to pass even a temporary ban on Bluefin Tuna [...]

Why Candy Kills Forests

by Kevin McCann 08.28.2009

Why it matters:
Cadbury (yes, the juicy easter egg company) took the first step to eliminate palm kernel oil from their candy because it’s production is leading us to reduced biodiversity, massive deforestation, and fewer cuddly orangutans — because there’s already [...]

Local Food Simply Better: Find Your CSA

by Nancy Astrid Lindo 07.31.2009

Why it matters:
Most food travels over 500 miles before it makes it to our store shelves. Buying food that is local and in season supports your region and reduces your carbon footprint.
Recap:
With an explosion of pesticides and genetically modified seeds [...]

Climate Change Wars: 7 Most Likely Locations

by Kevin McCann 07.20.2009

Why it matters:
Because humans, like any other animal, aren’t likely to let themselves starve before they decide to fight for food and water.
Recap:
Everyone loves Top-Ten lists! Letterman! Top-Ten beach reads! Top-Ten cities for young, hip, and active parents! (Spoiler alert: [...]

USDA Redefines “Organic” Label To Include Synthetic Materials

by Kevin McCann 07.10.2009

Why it matters:
Because food labels should convey truthful and accurate information, especially when it comes to Organic.
Recap:
According to reports in several publications including the Washington Post, the USDA recently announced relaxed new standards for its “USDA Organic” label to include [...]