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Chemicals and doctors and food, oh my! Episode 77
Did you know soldiers used to carry flowers into battle to keep them healthy? Dr. Liza Dunn joins Michele and Eliz for a fascinating conversation about pesticides, nutrition, herbicides, and why doctors need to stay in their lane.
Read MoreIs your fat better than my fat?
Lard or butter? Coconut oil as the saving grace? Bacon as a happy food ‘drug.’ Cooking shows on TV treat saturated fats like these as though they are the star of the kitchen. The rest of us are left to deal with the reality of figuring out the fat puzzle, which has had conflicting…
Read MoreWhat’s inside Food Truths? A look at the table of contents
By popular demand, an inside look at table of contents and 25 food truths from the #1 best seller “Food Truths from Farm to Table.” More than 50 expert contributors bring life to truth in food in this new book, which has been described as approachable and filled with tips to overcome confusion in the grocery store.
Read MoreLet’s talk about food
Food is fundamental. It should not elicit feelings of guilt or elitism. Food is sustenance. So why waste Food Day or Blog Action Day posturing about our opinions on organic or conventional, small or large, animal or grain? This mom, farm girl, cook and consumer suggests we take a look at ways to reach across the plate to meet growing needs.
Read MoreCan Agriculture Lead into the Future?
As Michele reflects on becoming a mom, she questions the lessons we’re teaching the next generation in agriculture. Is it possible we try to fix things that aren’t broken? Are we a little too hung up on bringing recognition to farmers and ranchers? Do we care enough to speak out proactively? Does our stubborness get in the way of the big picture? Thought-provoking post for everyone on a farm, ranch or agribusiness.
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