Bacillus thuringiensis: Common Bacteria doing Uncommon Good
Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) is a common bacteria that has played a very uncommon role in agriculture and the development of genetically modified foods.
We Got the Beets! Why GMO Sugar is a Myth
There is no such thing as GMO sugar. All sugar is the same at the molecular level, no matter the source.
Long Live the GMO Papaya: How Biotechnology Saved the Papaya from Extinction
Without biotechnology, the delicious papaya may be extinct and an important economic industry for Hawaii and Taiwan would be wiped out.
GMOs: An Important Tool of Modern Technology or a Devil in Disguise– A Series
GMOs are an important tool in the modern agricultural toolbox. They increase yields with less water and fertilizer while also reducing the need for pesticides. While this is the most studied technology in science there is still a great deal of skepticism from the average consumer.
BCAA: Not a Collegiate Sporting Organization
BCAAs are considered to be the best dietary supplement to prevent muscle fatigue, but do they work?
These Statements Have Not Been Evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration
Sorting out Dietary Supplement claims can be confusing. This short guide can help take some of the frustration out of what you see on your supplement label.
Going Vegan; Why All Proteins Are Not Created Equal
While a more plant-based diet may be good for sustainability, it may not be good for your health. Understanding how different protein sources work together to provide the human body with a complete protein is essential for biological function.
Your Frappuccino is Trying to Kill You! The Myth of Sugar and Toxicity
While most Americans realize that high amounts of sugar in the diet are not good for us, is sugar really toxic or just part of a culture of over-consumption?
Carrageenan; It’s Just a Component of Seaweed and It Won’t Give You Cancer
Don’t believe the fear mongering; carrageenan is a safe and effective texture enhancer in food and beverages.
Why Organic is Meaningless: The Clif Bar vs Kind Bar Fight
The media fight between Clif Bar and Kind Bar has brought to light some important claims companies make that mislead consumers.
Unveiling the Mystery of Natural Flavors
Natural flavors are not a mystery, but rather a precise combination of scents and tastes derived from nature itself.
What You Need to Know About Hemp and the 2018 Farm Bill
The history of industrial hemp in the United States, how we arrived at the 2018 Farm Bill and what this could mean for agriculture.
Biohacking for Optimum Physiology
What is biohacking? Trends to optimize physiology through nutrigenomics, Bio DIY and Grinder.
Green House Gasses and Agriculture
Plant based diets are on the rise with 19.5% of all food and beverage dollars being spent in this category.