Illinois Scientists Sound the Alarm on Field Inundation, Work with Farmers to Find Solutions Written by: Lauren Quinn, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign ACES Larry Dallas’ farm in Central Illinois’ Douglas County is as flat as it gets. That’s a good thing for...
What’s For Dinner? Spicy Tuna Pasta With Broccolini
This spicy tuna pasta makes good use of pantry staples and other ingredients you have on hand for a delicious, satisfying meal. Flaky canned tuna and crisp broccolini pair with penne pasta in a simple yet bold sauce with lemon, fresh garlic and chili garlic sauce. For...
Why America Wastes So Much Food And What Can Fix It
The Food We Never Eat A look at how U.S. policy and corporate power are driving a food waste crisis and what AU SIS researchers say we should do about it. Written by: Morgan Desfosses, American University Despite food insecurity impacting one in six Americans, the...
New “Non Ultra-Processed” Food Labels Gain Momentum In The U.S. And Europe
Dr. Marion Nestle, longtime NYU professor of nutrition, food studies, and public health, with additional faculty roles at UC San Francisco and Cornell, is best known for analyzing the intersections of food, politics, and health, often exposing how government policy,...
What’s For Lunch? Spicy Chickpea Salad Sandwich
Kick your lunch into a higher gear with this easy Spicy Chickpea Salad Sandwich recipe! The salad is full of delicious contrast, combining mashed chickpeas with celery, pickles and scallions for crunch, mayo for a creamy touch and sriracha for heat. Pile it onto your...
What’s For Dinner? Easy Weeknight Walking Tacos
Easy Weeknight Walking Tacos are fast, flexible and so kid-friendly! Each member of the family can assemble their own tacos, starting with the base of mildly seasoned ground beef and zucchini. We recommend toppings like lettuce, tomato, avocado, salsa and cheese – but...
Blood Pressures Are Rising. So Why Are Americans Using Fewer Salt Substitutes?
Written by: Wanpen Vongpatanasin, M.D., Program Director, Hypertension Fellowship Program, Internal Medicine - Hypertension and John Giacona, PA-C, Ph.D., CHC, Internal Medicine - Cardiology at UT Southwestern Medical Center Americans...
The Shift Away From Alcohol: How Changing Habits And Zero-Proof Drinks Are Reshaping U.S. Drinking
The Rise of Alcohol Alternatives: Which States Are Drinking Less Booze? Written by: Federico Fontanella, Sr. Director of Product Management, Trace One Alcohol consumption in the United States has shifted noticeably in recent years, with a growing share of...
The Origins Of Traditional Easter Foods: Why Eggs, Lamb, Pork, And Easter Bread Are Served
Here's Why These Foods Are Found on Easter Tables American celebrations of Easter don’t only include egg hunts and sunrise church services. They also include Easter meals. Lamb, pork, eggs, Easter bread – these are some of the foods that are often found on Easter...
Daily Ultra-Processed Food Intake May Raise Heart Risk Up To 67%, 12-Year Study Finds
Heart Disease Risk Spikes with Ultraprocessed Foods, Study Finds Written by: Sydney Lowther, UTHealth Houston Daily consumption of more than nine servings of ultraprocessed foods increased the risk of suffering from a major cardiac event by 67%, according to new...










