VIDEO: Glimpse The History Of Life In A Beer
It took more than a billion years of evolution to yield the biology behind a beer. Here, we bring you a video celebration of the science in a cold one.
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The 'Sioux Chef' Is Putting Pre-Colonization Food Back On The Menu
Sean Sherman plans to open a restaurant serving food inspired by what was eaten in the Great Plains prior to the arrival of European settlers. Discovering those ingredients has been half the battle.
Eating Comfort Foods May Not Be So Comforting After All
It's tempting to seek out the mac and cheese or a pint of ice cream after a terrible, horrible, no good day. But fresh research suggests such comfort foods might not be mood boosters after all.
Voters Will Get Their Say On GMO Labeling In Colorado And Oregon
Similar measures calling for labeling genetically modified foods have failed in recent years in California and Washington, and Vermont is being sued for the labeling law it enacted earlier this year.
Restaurants Shave Calories Off New Menu Items
New menu items introduced by chain restaurants in 2013 contained 60 fewer calories, on average, than items on the menu in 2012. And that could be enough to make an impact on the obesity epidemic.
From Kale To Pale Ale, A Love Of Bitter May Be In Your Genes
Researchers have found a gene that affects how strongly you experience bitter flavors. And those who aren't as sensitive eat about 200 more servings of vegetables per year.
Sandwich Monday: PB&J Balls
For this week's Sandwich Monday, we try a new take on a brown-bag lunch classic. Welch's has re-engineered the PB&J in ball form.
Two For One: Subsidies Help Food Stamp Recipients Buy Fresh Food
There a big new pot of government money available for programs that boost the buying power of food stamps. But there's a catch: The cash has to spent on local fruit and vegetables.
Mobile Oasis Delivers Fresh Produce to Food Deserts
Fresh fruits and vegetables are now more accessible to people living in some of Greensboro's food deserts.
The Birth And Afterlife Of Israel's Precious Etrog Fruit
An odd, beautiful and persnickety citrus fruit has its big moment during the Jewish fall festival of Sukkot. But then what do you do with it?