Debate 2.0: Should junk food be illegal?

Debate 2.0: Should junk food be illegal?

Heavy corporate marketing of “unhealthy commodities” like soda pop helps spread health problems worldwide. But are anti-junk food laws intrusive? >>
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A story of food in Australia

Author Rebecca Huntley takes an in-depth look at the good, bad and ugly eating habits of people in Australia. >>
Rethinking a weed: the truth about amaranth

Rethinking a weed: the truth about amaranth

A ‘superweed’ that has developed herbicide immunity is in fact cousin to a superfood. Why are we trying to zap it instead of studying its potential? >>
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How things work: Food energy

With obesity and diabetes becoming ever more common, it seems many people don’t understand the basics of nutrients and metabolism. Do you? >>
Benefits of traditional fermented foods

Benefits of traditional fermented foods

Using native knowledge of locally available raw materials, people across the globe produce fermented food and drinks that have health-promoting benefits. >>