Topic: Vegetable

Good Bacteria Kills Salmonella
11/04/2009 - U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) microbiologists are experimenting with naturally occurring bacteria that can kill Salmonella and other pathogens on fresh fruits and vegetables. ...

Can Foods Contain BPAs
11/03/2009 - Almost all of the 19 brands of canned food tested contained measurable levels of Bisphenol A (BPA) in Consumer Reports' latest tests of canned foods ...

Heavy Metals in Mushrooms
11/02/2009 - In a study of 12 species of mushrooms, researchers found that the largest quantities of lead and neodymium are found in chanterelles. ...

Mom’s Veggie Intake Decreases Kid’s Diabetes Risk
10/30/2009 - Expectant mothers who eat vegetables every day seem to have children who are less likely to develop type 1 diabetes. ...

Phytochemicals Fight Obesity, Disease
10/22/2009 - A new study from the University of Florida shows that phytochemcials found in plant-based foods can help prevent oxidative stress. ...

Americans Need More Phytonutrients
10/15/2009 - Eight in 10 Americans are missing out on the health benefits of a diet rich in colorful fruits and vegetables, resulting in a phytonutrient gap with potential health consequences. ...

Baltimore Schools Go Meatless on Mondays
10/14/2009 - The Baltimore City Public School System (BCPS) is the first school system in the nation to implement the Meatless Monday program, a campaign of choice and moderation to reduce meat consumption one day a week to personal health and the health of the planet. ...

Vegan Goes Mainstream
10/13/2009 - The vegan diet is experiencing a rebirth as more consumers opt for locally grown products such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, grains and soy products. Vegan options also are becoming more popular at restaurants, grocery stores and bakeries nationwide. ...