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August 08, 2017
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Grilling Cheeses: A Summer Specialty

Summer is racing by, but there’s still time to try something different to put on the grill. Grilling cheeses are a delicious option! We’ve chosen 4...
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August 03, 2017
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The Mediterranean Diet: A Lifestyle for All Walks of Life

We raised our eyebrows recently when a new study reported a lower risk of heart disease for those who follow a Mediterranean Diet — but only in...
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August 01, 2017
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Pulling Ancel Keys Out from Under the Bus

On January 13, 1961, Americans opened their mailboxes to see the bespectacled face of Ancel Keys on the cover of Time magazine – a spot usually...
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July 27, 2017
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WALTER WILLETT: K. Dun Gifford Local Hero Award Recipient

Move over, James Beard awards. While most food lovers have heard of the national awards conferred by the James Beard Foundation, they may not be...
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July 25, 2017
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The Future of the Sprouted Grain Trend

100% Sprouted Whole Wheat Bread A few years ago experts predicted that the sprouted grains market would grow from $30 million (in 2014) to $250...
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July 20, 2017
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Butter Isn't Back: A Q&A with Dr. Frank Sacks

New studies about fat seem to constantly dominate the headlines. To clear up confusion about how different dietary fats relate to heart health, the...
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July 18, 2017
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Millet: A Grain for All Ages (and Meals!)

This has been an eventful summer for the African Heritage & Health Program. For me, the highlight has been drafting the forthcoming A Taste of...
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July 13, 2017
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Expert Tips for Eating Seasonally Wherever You Live

Read on for recipes featuring fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients including this colorful Smashed Potato Nourish Bowl courtesy of Elizabeth Shaw...
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July 11, 2017
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Competition & Celebration at Cheesemonger Invitational

Last month, a great gathering of cheesemongers (editor’s note: including the author, who also competed!) took place in Long Island City, Queens! Adam...
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July 06, 2017
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Why White Rice isn’t the Whole Picture of Grain Foods in Asia

Today, many see white rice as an eternal centerpiece of Asian cuisine. But contrary to popular belief, whole grains hold a long culinary history in...
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June 29, 2017
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Eating for Longevity: Lessons from Centenarians

From the rugged mountains of Sardinia, Italy, to the sunny shores of Okinawa, Japan, traditional cultures around the world have a lot to teach us...
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June 27, 2017
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Plants: The Common Ground in Worldwide Food Pyramids

“I have yet to hear of a traditional diet — from any culture, anywhere in the world — that is not substantially healthier than the ‘standard American...
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