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Most Store Honey in the U.S. lacks Pollen and is sourced from China

November 13, 2011 by Caryn Talty CommentsBe the first to comment on this article! »

Everywhere you turn these days it seems like more and more merchandise sold in the United States originates in China. According to Bryant Vaughn, professor of Anthropology at Texas A&M University, and top pollen expert, Americans can add one more thing to that list: honey. According to Food Safety News (FSN), more than 75 percent of the honey sold in our grocery stores lacks pollen, and this is troubling because the Food and Drug Administration clearly states that honey no longer containing pollen can not be labeled as honey …continue reading »

Reserve your spot at the 2011 Gluten and Allergen Free Expo of Chicago

November 8, 2010 by Caryn Talty CommentsBe the first to comment on this article! »

The Gluten and Allergen Free Expo in Chicago April 29-May 1, 2011I just finished chatting on the phone with Jen Cafferty,  Founder of the Gluten and Allergen Free Cooking Expo, which is in its fourth year. She’s filled me in on all the wonderful vendors, cooking classes, and possible children’s events scheduled for the weekend of April 29-May 1, 2011. Interested attendees are asked to register now if they want to receive early registration discounts for this event. I’ve attended past Cooking Expos hosted by Jen as a consumer, and I can tell you that each year this event  gets bigger and better. This spring promises to be no different. For the first time, the Gluten and Allergen Free Expo will host cooking classes in two tracks, one geared toward beginners and one for experienced allergen-free cooks looking to expand their knowledge. Sign up for the classes as soon as possible because they sell out every year. …continue reading »

Federal Judge Stops Production of Genetically Modified Beets

August 15, 2010 by Caryn Talty CommentsBe the first to comment on this article! »
GM Beet seeds ruled illegal by Federal Judge

GM Beet seeds ruled illegal by Federal Judge

A U. S. District federal judge has revoked a previous government ruling in favor of genetically altered sugar beets until regulators thoroughly review the effects of GM crops on other foods. Judge Jeffrey S. White ruled that sugar beet growers cannot use the GM seeds from over 1 million acres of biotechnology beets that have been planted across the western half of the United States this year. These scientific seeds make up over 95% of the current sugar beet crop. The judges ruling will greatly disrupt sugar production as over 50% of sugar manufactured in this country come from sugar beets. …continue reading »

Movie “Food, Inc.” Opens in Theaters

June 10, 2009 by Caryn Talty Comments5 Comments »

This Robert Kenner documentary, entitled: “Food, Inc.” is an unflattering look inside America’s corporate controlled food industry.

The Magnolia Pictures film makes its debut at San Francisco, CA: Embarcadero Center Cinema 5, West Los Angeles, CA: Nuart Theatre, and the New York, NY: Film Forum on July 12 before moving through the rest of the country, starting June 19th. …continue reading »

Studies Show Food Allergies are Side Effects of Childhood Obesity

May 10, 2009 by Caryn Talty Comments1 Comment »

Damaging Microbes that Lead to Food Allergies may Prove to be Underlying Cause of Childhood Obesity, Study Says

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Overweight kids are 59% more likely to have food allergies than kids of normal weight.

Effects of childhood obesity and food allergies are widespread. Both childhood obesity and food allergies have become epidemics in the United States. Results from two separate studies show a probable cause. The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey of 2005-2006 can positively connect food allergies as a possible direct effect of childhood obesity. A third separate study shows that bad microbes in the gut (dysbiosis) can cause obesity. These study findings may prove that a healthy gut flora is key to reducing both food allergies and childhood obesity. …continue reading »

Thrive Allergy Expo at McCormick Place in Chicago

April 11, 2009 by Caryn Talty Comments1 Comment »

Thrive Allergy Expo

This is the first ever comprehensive consumer expo for food avoiders from all walks of life. Experts on food allergies, respiratory and asthmatic issues, dermatological issues, and celiac/gluten intolerance will be available to showcase their wares and their expertise at McCormick Place in Chicago April 18-19, 2009.

Thrive organizers state: “If you suffer from any type of allergy, asthma, or gluten intolerance and Celiac disease, Thrive Expo has brought together the best physicians, authors, experts, companies, cooks, chefs, and non-profits to offer you the latest information, fun demos, and tasty samples in a fun family atmosphere for everyone to enjoy.”

Tickets cost $10 for a one day pass and $15 for a two day pass. Kids 12 and under are free. Speakers are scheduled from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For more information visit: Thrive Allergy Expo.

Web-based Search Tool that Finds Foods & Candies Without Synthetic Dyes

February 18, 2009 by Caryn Talty CommentsBe the first to comment on this article! »

Dr. David Wallinga

As the Director of the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy’s Food and Health Program Dr. David Wallinga is pleased to announce a brand new web-based Brain Food SelectorTM. It is a database that will help the average person easily find foods containing synthetic dyes.

Consumers will now be able to search by brand, product type, or specific food dye. The IATP’s Smart Guide to Food Dyes also describes why synthetic food dyes are used, gives valuable information about associated children’s health concerns and offers things parents can do to avoid buying products laced with these dyes. …continue reading »

Healthy-Family Celebrates a Successful First Year Online

July 13, 2008 by Caryn Talty Comments4 Comments »

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Healthy-Family is celebrating our very first birthday this month. On July 1, 2007 we went on line with our first post, Attention and Behavior Problems can be Alleviated with Good Food and Supplements. Since that time we have provided over 135 posts from six different authors about varying topics such as eco living, parenting, health and nutrition, crafts, technology, education, and allergies. Over 118,000 folks have viewed our site and we have been privileged to have nearly 30 individuals subscribe to us as well.

As recently as January we launched our allergy specific forum, which now has 22 members and includes many free recipes within its pages. We hope to expand both the website and the forum in our second year and have plans for many more articles in the future. …continue reading »