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The Food Pyramid Rebuilt: Lobbyists Step Up To The Plate

Ever wondered about the history of the Food Pyramid? HoneyColony takes an investigative look at how the Ag Industry has (negatively) influenced our diet.

Meat Industry Doesn’t Want To Tell You Where Your Meat Comes From

Enjoy knowing where your grocery-story beef comes from, while you can. It may soon return to being mystery meat.

12 Fruits And Veggies With The Most Pesticides

The biggest offender on this year's list tested positive for pesticides 99 percent of the time.

Help Your Kids Fight Addicting Foods

If we’re addicted to food, the addiction often begins in childhood. Here's a look at some simple ways to help your kids build healthy habits.

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Winter Farmer’s Markets Growing In Popularity

Winter farmer's markets are popping up all over the country, offering baked goods, crafts, and of course, beautiful produce as well.