(Natural News) In a major win for wild salmon, the Court for the Northern District of California ruled on Nov. 5 that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ignored potential environmental consequences in its approval of genetically engineered salmon produced by the Massachusetts-based AquaBounty Technologies. District Judge Vince Chhabria also said that the FDA violated the National […]

(Natural News) Less than a year after the coronavirus pandemic reached the United States, its drastic effects can already be seen in the lives of many Americans. A new report by the Bureau of Labor Statistics revealed how COVID-19 has impacted the prices of consumer goods across the supply chain. In particular, the pandemic led to a sharp uptick […]

(Natural News) The $65 billion poultry sector is taking a major hit after six current and former company executives found themselves indicted by the Department of Justice (DoJ) on price-fixing charges. According to the allegations, top executives at Pilgrim’s Pride Corp., Claxton Poultry Farms, Tyson Foods Inc., Perdue Farms Inc., Koch Foods Inc., and George’s […]

(Natural News) The year 2020 is nearing its end and food banks are worried that they might not be able to help everyone, especially since at least one in five Washingtonians may experience food insecurity by the end of the year because of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The pandemic, food insecurity and a struggling economy Since the […]

(Natural News) With no sign that the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is ending anytime soon, retailers are now worried about running out of staples again when shoppers flock to stores to stock up before the holidays. There have been over 1 million coronavirus cases in America according to data from Johns Hopkins University. Even as caseloads declined over the summer, health […]

(Natural News) Teabags made from plastic – rather than the usual paper – are fast becoming common around the globe. But tea drinkers ought to steer clear of these plastic teabags after recent tests found that a single bag could shed billions of microplastics into each cup. In a major breakthrough, scientists from Canada’s McGill University […]

(Natural News) A study published in the Journal of Nutrition found that incorporating dairy cheese into a high-sodium diet helps preserve blood vessel function. Researchers from Pennsylvania State University and Ohio State University found that the natural antioxidants in cheese play a protective role against oxidative stress, which can damage the blood vessels. While small doses of sodium are essential to the body, eating too much […]

(Natural News) On August 10, the “Great Derecho” storm damaged 10 million acres of crops in Iowa, resulting in an increase in corn prices. Not one month has passed and a lack of rainfall in the Midwest has once again caused a surge in crop prices. Low rainfall and the Great Derecho Data from the Department […]

(Natural News) Muffins are a popular, sweet treat, but regular ones are often made with added sugar and other unhealthy ingredients. Moreover, many people need alternatives to traditional muffin recipes to avoid ingredients that can trigger food allergies and intolerances like eggs, dairy products or grains. You can tweak traditional muffin recipes to make them […]

(Natural News) Despite advising citizens not to panic because of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, several states in America have been stockpiling food for the last few months. Officials from some of these states have also urged citizens to avoid “panic buying.” Christian Westbrook, the host of the Ice Age Farmer YouTube channel, takes a closer look at […]