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Modern agriculture has given way to many new farming techniques. People are continually inventing better ways to raise livestock and grow crops — a necessary step in a time of major climate crisis. It is becoming more crucial than ever for growers to re-evaluate the way they run their operations and make changes to embrace sustainability. Regenerative agriculture is one strategy gaining popularity among farmers — and for good reason. If you are unfamiliar with regenerative agriculture, now is an excellent time to learn. The new knowledge may help you make more eco-friendly food choices and understand why green agriculture is vital to...

No matter what your diet is, finding healthy cooking substitutions for fatty, sugary, salty or caloric ingredients can be a difficult task. There are the ever-changing lists of good and bad fats, additives to look out for and so many delicious carbohydrates to avoid. But you can make your recipes more nutritious without sacrificing the textures and flavors that make eating enjoyable. With the right healthy kitchen substitutes, you can make your favorite meals, snacks and desserts better for you and your family and keep them just as delicious. You have probably seen some alternatives scattered about recipe sites, but...

The tiny but mighty flaxseed has been earning more recognition for being a superfood. Although it may seem like just a small shiny seed, looks can be deceiving. The flaxseed is filled with so many nutritional benefits, and thus, flaxseed oil has steadily risen in popularity. With a wide variety of health benefits and culinary uses, it is no wonder people are turning to flaxseed oil to enhance their cooking and well-being.  Read on to discover how this humble seed can improve your health and how to start incorporating flaxseed oil into your daily diet. 7 Flaxseed Oil Benefits To find out why...

Hygiene is at the top of everyone’s mind at the moment as the world grapples with COVID-19. Many of us are thinking more deeply about the spread of germs and what we can do to keep ourselves healthy.  Currently, there’s no evidence to suggest that COVID-19 is spread via food or food packaging. However, good food safety practices may help prevent other illnesses and reduce unnecessary stress during this uncertain time. Below are 6 commonly overlooked tips for reducing your risk of food-borne illness at home: 1. Wash fresh produce This may seem like an obvious one but it’s worth...