Factory Farming

Pesticides are so widely used in our food system that it’s easy to assume that they must be safe. Unfortunately, that’s not always true. So what’s the truth about pesticides in food? Are any safe for you? Which ones are most dangerous to you and the environment? And what can you do to reduce your exposure?

I studied factory farms for years. Visiting one was far worse than I imagined.

Corn is one of the most widely eaten foods in the world. It’s also incredibly versatile. You’ll find it in baked goods and breads, popped as a snack, grilled on the cob, fed to cows, used to fuel cars, and as the base ingredient for a huge range of processed foods and additives. But is corn good for you? And how do you choose the healthiest corn to eat?

Pesticides on food are being monitored — but see why some pesticide risks are being missed.

People are going nuts about almonds. Consumers are eating more and more of them, and growers are struggling to keep...

Nobody’s arguing that hot dogs are a health food. But most people enjoy one (or several) every now and then. They can’t be that bad, right? Brace yourself: Let’s take an unflinching look at what hot dogs are made of and how they might affect your health.

Find out the surprising truth about where food recalls come from + other important info.

Are eggs an egg-cellent addition to a healthy diet? Or not?

A Paleo diet is more like a plant-based diet than you may think…

Moo-ve over dairy — the future of milk is plants!

Want a healthy world for future generations? Learn the facts & see how you can take action.

Learn how antibiotic use, factory farming, and food recalls are all connected.