Chocolate Wrapped in Chocolate: A Sweet New Sustainable Paper!
A paper manufacturer in the UK has developed a recycling process that turns waste from cocoa beans into paper. Now this is a sweet idea! (pun intended) The post Chocolate Wrapped in Chocolate: A Sweet...
View ArticlePssst! These Companies are Against GMO Labeling – Boycott Them
A secret list of companies that don’t want GMOs labeled has been released. The post Pssst! These Companies are Against GMO Labeling – Boycott Them appeared first on One Green Planet.
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How Much Protein Do You Really Need?
Protein is an often misunderstood component of our diets. Vegetarians and vegans often hear the questions, “But where do you get your protein?” and “Isn’t protein from meat better somehow than from...
View ArticleIs Soylent — the Hot New Startup —the Future of Food? Is It Healthy?
Soylent is a meal-replacement powder, which the company says contains all the components of a balanced diet. Instead of eating, you would add water to the powder and drink it. The product hasn’t been...
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Toxic 12: Worst Hormone-Disrupting Chemicals and How to Avoid Them
The Environmental Working Group and the Keep A Breast Foundation released a Dirty Dozen list this week, listing some of the most hazardous and widely used hormone disrupters. The post Toxic 12: Worst...
View ArticleWhich Food Companies are For or Against GMO Labeling?
Washington state voters will vote on I-522, the state’s GMO labeling initiative, in less than a week, so some food companies are pouring in last minute donations to prevent it from passing. The post...
View ArticleKashi Isn’t Too Mainstream — People Just Don’t Think It’s Healthy (And...
Kellogg's brand Kashi cereal was the most popular healthy cereal. But now, sales are declining and the Kellogg CEO believes it’s because the brand has become too mainstream. But here’s the real...
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Scientists Create the World’s First ‘Nutritionally Balanced’ Pizza…But...
As a Green Monster, you probably already know most commercial pizza isn’t healthy. Too much fat and salt and other unhealthy ingredients have been added to enhance shelf life, turning what could be a...
View ArticleTrans Fat Ban May Boost U.S. Use of Unsustainable Palm Oil
Last week, the Food and Drug Administration proposed a ban on trans fat, which is used to extend shelf life and improve taste or texture in processed foods. This could be good news for the health of...
View ArticleMcDonald’s, Gerber Won’t Use GMO Apples — But What About Other Companies and...
Although it looks like Washington state won’t say yes to GMO labeling, McDonald’s and Gerber are saying no to the GMO apple. The post McDonald’s, Gerber Won’t Use GMO Apples — But What About Other...
View ArticleMcNasty Strikes Again: Unappetizing Frozen McRib Image Appears Online
We already know McDonald’s chicken nuggets are made mostly with fat, cartilage, pieces of bone, and organ tissue. And we know the oh-so-addictive french fries are full of GMOs and other unhealthful...
View ArticleUn-Happy Meal: Exposure to Fast Food Makes It Harder to Appreciate Joy
When you’re riding in a car down most interstates, looking out the window, it’s hard to miss the surplus of fast food signs and billboards. But seeing these images might make it harder for you to slow...
View ArticleCan GMOs Trigger Gluten Sensitivity?
Gluten sensitivities, including celiac disease, are on the rise in the United States and around the world. And experts say genetics alone can’t explain the jump in people with this problem, so an...
View ArticleCan Restaurant Receipts Help People Make Better Food Choices?
Tell people to be healthier, and they might not take action. Tell them to leave off the mayo on their sandwich, and they’ll be more likely to actually do it. The post Can Restaurant Receipts Help...
View ArticleNews Flash! We’re Not Carnivores, A Study Finds
Humans are not carnivores, and we’re not at the top of the food chain, as many people like to say. Instead, we’re closer to being herbivores. The post News Flash! We’re Not Carnivores, A Study Finds...
View ArticleShocking Infographics Reveal How Modern Grocery Shelves are Monopolized by...
When you’re shopping for groceries, you may feel like you have plenty of choices. But, in reality, only a handful of food companies make most of the products you see. Many big food corporations even...
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Domino’s Launches its First Vegan Pizza!
Dining out or ordering out as a vegan can be challenging. But options are increasing. Domino’s launched its first vegan pizza in Israel this week, as reported by The Washington Times. The post Domino’s...
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Shocking! Developing World Accounts for 75 Percent of Global Emissions From...
A report — described as the most detailed of its kind — examined livestock production (cattle, small ruminants, pigs, and poultry, as well as milk and eggs) for 28 regions around the world and points...
View ArticleCute Alert! Puppies Open Their Eyes for the First Time (VIDEO)
You’re likely rushing around as the year ends, so why not take a pause and watch some cute paws? The post Cute Alert! Puppies Open Their Eyes for the First Time (VIDEO) appeared first on One Green...
View ArticleNew Report Highlights the Health Dangers of Eating Fish
People following the federal government’s guidelines on seafood consumption are likely consuming too much mercury or too few of the good-for-you omega-3 fatty acids. The post New Report Highlights the...
View ArticleScary! The FDA Knowingly Allows Livestock Antibiotics That Threaten Human Health
Even though the FDA knows antibiotics pose a significant threat to human health, the agency has allowed dozens of antibiotics to be used in animal feed. The post Scary! The FDA Knowingly Allows...
View ArticleNew Study Shows Cow’s Milk Does NOT Equal Stronger Bones
New research shows how drinking milk as a teen does not reduce the risk of hip fractures later in life and can even increase the risk for men. The post New Study Shows Cow’s Milk Does NOT Equal...
View ArticleBe Careful! Cosmetic Companies Continue to Hide Toxins in Their Beauty Products
Don’t think about the ingredients or the brands you buy from when choosing beauty products? Well, here’s why you should: Our lipsticks, shampoos, skin lotions and other personal care products are full...
View ArticleEmbarrassing! How the U.S. Government Spends Millions to Promote Cheese and...
The USDA’s dairy checkoff program is the reason millions of dollars have been spent “to increase pizza consumption among U.S. children and adults.” The post Embarrassing! How the U.S. Government Spends...
View ArticleDenmark Bans Ritual Slaughter, But Are They Really Concerned About Animal...
Denmark banned ritual slaughter this week. While this sounds like a victory for animals, considering the country’s other actions, their concern for animals is questionable. The post Denmark Bans Ritual...
View ArticleMeat and Eggs Cooked at High Temperatures Can Harm Your Brain
Perhaps you’ve already heard how meat and dairy consumption has been linked to a number of health problems. Now, new findings provide further reason to put down your knife and pick up your fork (i.e....
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Scientists Say Vegetarian Diet Lowers Blood Pressure
Researchers from Japan and the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine in Washington analyzed the findings of seven clinical trials and 32 observational studies — almost 22,000 participants in...
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7 Foods That Deserve Health Warning Labels
These 7 products should be sold with health warnings on their labels! The post 7 Foods That Deserve Health Warning Labels appeared first on One Green Planet.
View ArticleAre Meat and Cheese As Bad for Your Health As Smoking? Yes!
Is eating high-protein foods like meat and cheese as bad for your health as smoking? The answer, according to a new study, appears to be yes, especially for certain people. The post Are Meat and Cheese...
View ArticleServing Sizes on New Nutrition Labels Get a Reality Check
Maybe you’ve heard that the FDA is proposing new nutrition labels, but part of the changes (which companies will have two years to follow and must pass first) means servings sizes will better reflect...
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Why Eating Real Food Matters More than What ‘Diet’ You Choose
A new study shows how eating "real food" is way better than any other diet you choose. The post Why Eating Real Food Matters More than What ‘Diet’ You Choose appeared first on One Green Planet.
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The Top 10 Food Additives to Avoid
Beyond reading the labels on products, if you want to choose the best items for your health, you also need to know harmful ingredients to avoid. The post The Top 10 Food Additives to Avoid appeared...
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You Won’t Miss Gluten If You Follow These Simple Rules
Living a gluten-free life can seem challenging at first, but if you follow these rules, you won’t miss it. You’ll be healthier and happier, too, even without your usual chocolate chip cookies! The post...
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Scary! Tiny Pieces of Metal Are In Many Dairy and Other Food Products
Microscopic pieces of metal are being used as ingredients in many common foods, such as M&M’s, Trix Cereal, and Silk Original Soy Milk, and they aren’t being labeled — or regulated. The post Scary!...
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Make Better Choices: Healthy Alternatives to White Flour
Healthy flour options do exist, and with a little experimentation, you can even make your own healthy, delicious baked goods and other foods usually made with white flour. The post Make Better Choices:...
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Make Better Choices: Healthy Alternatives to White Rice
White rice is a starch many people choose to put on their plates, but healthier options do exist and taste just as good! The post Make Better Choices: Healthy Alternatives to White Rice appeared first...
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A Guide to Consuming Grains for Diabetics and People with Blood Sugar Issues
Carbohydrates have the biggest impact on blood glucose because all carbs are eventually broken down into simple sugar by the body. The post A Guide to Consuming Grains for Diabetics and People with...
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The Healthiest Grains to Include in Your Diet
While some people argue that we shouldn’t eat grains, most health experts agree that grains should be a part of our everyday diet. The post The Healthiest Grains to Include in Your Diet appeared first...
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10 Ways Plant-Based Eating Keeps You Safe From Colds
Many people think getting a cold or two in “cold season” is a fact of life, something you just have to deal with — but is this really true? The post 10 Ways Plant-Based Eating Keeps You Safe From Colds...
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What You Need to Know About Instant Oatmeal and Your Health
With instant oatmeal, the packages often have loads of added sugar and salt and artificial coloring. Read the labels and see what you’re getting. The post What You Need to Know About Instant Oatmeal...
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