https://futurism.com/un-warning-climate-change-food-expensive/ UN Warning: Food Is Going to Get Really, Really Expensive August 13th 19__Kristin Houser__Filed Under: Earth & Energy Hunger Pains The global food supply is on the brink of disaster, according to a newly published report by the United Nation’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. More than 100 experts contributed to the report, which concludes … Continue reading That less nutritious food in the future? It’s going to be very, very expensive
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Copper and gold mine trumps the most valuable wild salmon fishery in the world
Knee-jerk decision by Trump will produce economic disaster for one of the most valuable wild salmon fisheries. https://edition.cnn.com/2019/07/30/politics/epa-alaska-copper-pebble-mine/ EPA reverses Obama-era decision that blocked Alaska copper and gold mine By Curt Devine, CNN Updated 2134 GMT (0534 HKT) July 30, 2019 (CNN)The Environmental Protection Agency has lifted an Obama-era restriction that had blocked a … Continue reading Copper and gold mine trumps the most valuable wild salmon fishery in the world
Watermelon as a meat substitute?
The Search for Meat Substitutes Leads to Watermelon—and Diner Dissent The fruit is a hot ingredient for chefs tinkering with plants, but opinions are mixed on cooking the stuff: ‘pretty dandy’; ‘grosses me out’ By Charles Passy Aug. 11, 2019 12:10 pm ET NEW YORK—One of celebrity chef Rocco DiSpirito ’s newest menu items at … Continue reading Watermelon as a meat substitute?
Are you willing to give up cooking and heating with natural gas for your planet?
When I was last looking for a new home, having a natural gas stove top was one of the many features that mattered. At the time, instant adjustability of gas burners was viewed as essential by most cooks. But now, if we're serious about stopping all fossil fuel use, that includes switching to electric for … Continue reading Are you willing to give up cooking and heating with natural gas for your planet?
Is caffeine before bed going to keep you from sleeping?
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/drinking-coffee-before-bed-wont-wreck-your-sleep-but-this-will-2019-08-07 Drinking coffee before bed won’t wreck your sleep — but this will Published: Aug 10, 2019 1:42 p.m. ET New research finds that consuming caffeine isn’t as bad as these other go-to substances. Tassii/iStock Evening coffee drinkers may not be wrecking their sleep after all. By NicoleLyn Pesce A late cup of coffee isn’t … Continue reading Is caffeine before bed going to keep you from sleeping?
Climate crisis challenges the planet’s food supply for more reasons than you’d think
Articles about the impact of the climate crisis on our food crops have focused heavily on the changes in growing season, higher temperatures that can affect germination and pollination, reduction in needed bees and insects, and even the different amount of water available in different locations. This article focuses on something a little more arcane. … Continue reading Climate crisis challenges the planet’s food supply for more reasons than you’d think
Are we eating apples all wrong?
I love headlines like this with the implication that we should feel guilty. Bottom line is that we Can eat more of the apple than we are and Would benefit from it. End of story, but the article's fun. Are We All Eating Apples Wrong? A new study gets to the core of the question. … Continue reading Are we eating apples all wrong?
Animals and fish are starving without enough to eat — and it’s not just polar bears
The two stories below point out that the changes in environment brought about by the climate crisis are changing the availability of food for animals and fish. And that will mean less available food sources for humanity. First, a story about a herd of reindeer that starved in what should have been its natural habitat. … Continue reading Animals and fish are starving without enough to eat — and it’s not just polar bears
Cheats to living a greener life
A lot of the advice from well-meaning people about living a life that's less damaging to the planet ignore reality. It's either too complex or too expensive. The first article takes time to make a simple point: look for breakfast foods with oats rather than corn as a base. https://newfoodeconomy.org/cereal-alternative-grain-regenerative-agriculture/ The second article gives more … Continue reading Cheats to living a greener life
Variety of new ways to eat well without cooking
It’s OK. Don’t Cook. This Approach Is Surprisingly Healthy. There’s so much pressure to put dinner on the table, but we often lack the time. Good news: A rising wave of services and strategies let you eat well without getting anywhere near a stove. Go ahead and skip the mixing, measuring and sautéing. Opt … Continue reading Variety of new ways to eat well without cooking
Buying water in plastic bottles doesn’t become environmentally good if you refill them
Please, stop fooling yourself. Buying water in plastic bottles is something that should not be part of your life. Get a reusable bottle and a Brita pitcher (if you don't trust your tap water). The plastic not only lasts forever, but reusing it can cause you harm. https://www.aol.com/article/lifestyle/2019/07/30/this-is-why-you-should-never-refill-your-plastic-water-bottle/23782731/ This is why you should never refill … Continue reading Buying water in plastic bottles doesn’t become environmentally good if you refill them
Picking among the most available vanilla ice creams
Yes, you may prefer chocolate or even pistachio but but it's always handy to have vanilla ice cream for guests. https://www.southernliving.com/desserts/ice-cream/best-vanilla-ice-cream-taste-test We Tasted 8 Vanilla Ice Creams, and These Are Our Favorites You can never go wrong with the classics. By Zoe Denenberg Zoe Denenberg In my humble opinion, vanilla is a highly underappreciated … Continue reading Picking among the most available vanilla ice creams
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