A forest garden with 500 edible plants could lead to a sustainable future
A forest garden with 500 edible plants could lead to a sustainable future
Martin Crawford’s forest garden is abundant, diverse, edible, and might be one answer to the future of food systems. Source: A forest garden with 500 edible plants could lead to a sustainable Read more
Nashville General Hospital opens food pharmacy
Nashville General Hospital opens food pharmacy
Initiative will help oncology patients maintain weight through treatment Source: Nashville General Hospital opens food pharmacy | Nashville Read more
Insects Are Dying En Masse, Risking ‘Catastrophic’ Collapse Of Earth’s Ecosystems
Insects Are Dying En Masse, Risking ‘Catastrophic’ Collapse Of Earth’s Ecosystems
There have been warning signs for years about plummeting insect populations Read more on Huffington Post
Northwest FFA students learning about sustainable food production practices
Northwest FFA students learning about sustainable food production practices
Last Wednesday, Grand Island’s weather was cold with a low of minus 6 degrees. But inside the FFA greenhouse at Northwest High School, a thriving vertical garden with a fresh crop of Read more
Waxahachie ISD trustees approve ‘share tables’ to benefit hungry students
Waxahachie ISD trustees approve ‘share tables’ to benefit hungry students
The Waxahachie ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved an initiative to provide an extra serving to students in the lunchroom. And they’ll do it free of charge. Child Nutrition Read more
Food industry sway over public health gets new scrutiny
Food industry sway over public health gets new scrutiny
The tweet from a group that finances development in Latin America was direct: Sodas do not offer beauty or joy, just a lot of sugar. There was one problem for the organization. Coca-Cola Read more
AMA Lobbies for More Telehealth in Diabetes Prevention Programs
AMA Lobbies for More Telehealth in Diabetes Prevention Programs
The American Medical Association is pushing for more telehealth and mHealth in diabetes Visit mHealth
Plastic Water Bottles, Which Enabled a Drinks Boom, Now Threaten a Crisis
Plastic Water Bottles, Which Enabled a Drinks Boom, Now Threaten a Crisis
Facing a consumer backlash and stricter regulation, companies are trying to do what’s eluded them for years: make a better bottle. Evian has pledged to make all its bottles 100% recycled plastic. Nestlé, PepsiCo, Coca-Cola and other makers are adding products and trying new strategies. Source: Plastic Water Bottles, Which Enabled a Drinks Boom, Now... Read more Read more
3 Reasons Corporate Wellness Failed – And How To Change The Game
3 Reasons Corporate Wellness Failed – And How To Change The Game
Wellness isn’t seen as a strategic part of culture creation that lead to a company’s Visit Forbes
Gwinnett schools look to reduce food waste
Gwinnett schools look to reduce food waste
Gwinnett County Public Schools has partnered with Gwinnett Clean & Beautiful to set up “Food Waste Warriors,” using a $20,000 grant through the Keep America Beautiful/Lowe’s Read more
Nutrition programs in schools found to reduce obesity
Nutrition programs in schools found to reduce obesity
The negative health effects associated with obesity make up a lengthy list. This is particularly important for children struggling to stay healthy, as many health risks can last through Read more
The Case Against Fitness Trackers
The Case Against Fitness Trackers
Lately, I’ve been seeing an onslaught of Fitbits and Apple watches (and when I say lately, I mean the last 3 years). I’ve been discussing it more with clients and friends. It’s actually become a part of my regular intake questions when I’m working with someone new –  do you have a device that keeps... Read more Read more
Resource Listing – Obesity Canada
Resource Listing – Obesity Canada
How well does Canada treat obesity? Learn More! Obesity Canada’s unique obesity management frameworks. Learn More! NEW! Allied health pros can advance their obesity practice. Learn Read more
Public – Obesity Canada
Public – Obesity Canada
Respect. Knowledge. Action. Are you or someone you know affected by obesity? This is the place for you. The mission of Obesity Canada is to improve the lives of Canadians affected by obesity through the advancement of anti-discrimination, prevention and treatment efforts. We’re proud to work with a team of activated and passionate Canadians living... Read more Read more
Can We Grow More Food on Less Land? We’ll Have To, a New Study Finds
Can We Grow More Food on Less Land? We’ll Have To, a New Study Finds
To make meaningful progress on climate change, cows and wheat fields will have to become radically more efficient. Source: Can We Grow More Food on Less Land? We’ll Have To, a New Study Read more
Why Weight Stigma is a Public Health Issue
Why Weight Stigma is a Public Health Issue
There's more to weight stigma than just the emotional consequences. Read more
Americans waste nearly a pound of food each per day, study finds
Americans waste nearly a pound of food each per day, study finds
Researchers found that the healthier a person’s diet, the more food they threw in the trash Source: Americans waste nearly a pound of food each per day, study Read more
The 2018 ‘Dirty Dozen’
The 2018 ‘Dirty Dozen’
Each year, the Environmental Working Group releases a “Dirty Dozen” list of fruits and vegetables that contain the highest level of residual pesticides as decided by government tests. However, the most recent Pesticide Data Program report issued by the US Department of Agriculture indicates that when pesticide residues are found on foods, they are nearly... Read more Read more
Mexico and Hungary tried junk food taxes — and they seem to be working
Mexico and Hungary tried junk food taxes — and they seem to be working
The case for a junk food tax in America. Source: Mexico and Hungary tried junk food taxes — and they seem to be Read more
Parents, Schools Step Up Efforts To Combat Food-Allergy Bullying
Parents, Schools Step Up Efforts To Combat Food-Allergy Bullying
Up to 32 percent of kids with food allergies have been taunted with foods that make them sick. Schools are moving beyond allergy awareness and "nut-free zones" to address this dangerous Read more on NPR