Can Eating Less Meat and Dairy Help Save Our Planet? All Signs Point to Yes.
Can Eating Less Meat and Dairy Help Save Our Planet? All Signs Point to Yes. By Anna Keeve October 17, 2020 Updated August 31st, 2021 Our earth is suffering deeply. Air pollution, ozone layer depletion, coral reef degradation, climate change, deforestation, temperatures rising, wildfires…and these are just to name a few. While it may feel like saving […]
How Is Cell-Cultured Meat Changing the Future of Food?
How Is Cell-Cultured Meat Changing the Future of Food? By Theresa “Sam” Houghton April 8, 2021 There was a time when lab-grown meat was a far-fetched idea reserved for science fiction novels and future space missions. But rapid advances in technology have begun to bridge the gap between fiction and reality and are bringing the future of […]
What is the Verdict on Fake Meat?
The Future of Meat is Meatless; Is It Also Greener and Healthier? By Nelson Huber-Disla April 14, 2023 Fake meat, mock meat, imitation meat. Meat substitutes, analogs, and alternatives. Plant-based meat. Beyond, Impossible, Tofurky. With the demand for these products expected to continue surging[1] and numerous big-name celebrities endorsing, promoting, and even investing in their continued development, it […]
What Are Protein Isolates?
Protein Isolates: Do They Have a Place in a Whole Food, Plant-Based Diet? By Theresa “Sam” Houghton October 27, 2021 Updated February 23rd, 2023 Protein isolates have been a staple in mock meats for decades and are now hitting the mainstream as new plant-based meats appear in more grocery stores and restaurants. The big names in alternative protein say […]
Let’s Talk About Protein
How Common is Protein Deficiency? By Nelson Huber-Disla March 6, 2023 We are a people preoccupied with protein. We have been ever since we discovered the nutrient in the mid-19th century. You might have heard that protein comes from the Greek proteios, meaning “of prime importance.”[1] And it is important—we cannot live without it. But judging by the […]
Destructive vs Regenerative Agriculture
Escaping Agricultural Sacrifice Zones By Steven Disla March 15, 2023 Industrial agriculture is turning the entire planet into a sacrifice zone, and we must act now to rectify the environmental impacts of food production. The term sacrifice zone was coined during the Cold War to articulate the impact of nuclear testing. These were areas so damaged and devastated by […]
How You Can Support a More Sustainable Food System for a Healthier Future
How You Can Support a More Sustainable Food System for a Healthier Future By Theresa “Sam” Houghton July 2, 2020 In the wake of recent events, sustainability has become a hot topic. Ongoing disruptions in supply chains and continuing uncertainty surrounding the future of global trade are causing more people to consider better ways to source their […]
Is Organic Meat a Healthier Option?
Is Organic Meat a Healthy Option? By Nelson Huber-Disla April 7, 2023 The global market for grass-fed beef is expected to grow to a valuation of more than $13 billion US dollars by 2025, an increase owing to “the flourishing trend of cleaner meat consumption.”[1] Reports forecast similar gains for the global organic meat products market.[2] We’ve previously […]
The 4 Keys to Strong Bones (Interview)
The 4 Keys to Strong Bones (Interview) By Amy Lanou, PhD November 7, 2014 Updated January 4th, 2019 Why did you write a book on bone health? Osteoporosis is a serious problem. One woman in six will fracture a hip during her lifetime, that’s a really high risk. A fairly large number of men will also suffer […]
A Doctor’s Tips for Choosing a Plant-Based Milk
A Doctor’s Tips for Choosing a Plant-Based Milk By Thomas Campbell, MD July 24, 2017 Updated December 3rd, 2022 There is a proliferating variety of plant-based milks available. Sorry, dairy industry – I’m going to go ahead and use the word “milk”. I commonly get asked about which plant-based milk is the best choice. Briefly, here are some […]