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How much money do you save when baking your own bread?

Thu, May 16, 2013 11:59 PM
by Kimi Harris
Does making your own bread really save money? I crunch the numbers to find out.

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When buying chocolate becomes complicated
Tue, May 21, 2013 8:41 PM by Kimi Harris
Have you considered the impact of your purchasing decisions? That's what I have been doing yet again.
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'Monsanto Protection Act': Take action to get it repealed
Tue, May 21, 2013 1:56 PM by Robin Shreeves
Let your Senate representatives know you want them to support the Merkley Amendment that would repeal the “Monsanto Protection Act.”
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Online restaurant ordering sites Grub Hub and Seamless merge
Tue, May 21, 2013 12:23 PM by Robin Shreeves
Those who like to order delivery or takeout from the convenience of their laptop are about to get a bigger network for the ease of ordering. It doesn't mean they need to increase the amount they order, though.
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‘Give a Cluck about Hens’ champions cage-free eggs
Mon, May 20, 2013 1:54 PM by Robin Shreeves
This infographic makes a good argument for not buying eggs produced by caged hens and opens up the opportunity to talk about what cage-free really means.
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Extreme close-up: Inside 11 fruits and veggies

Mon, May 20, 2013 11:21 AM

The right camera lens can put anything into a new perspective. Check out these fruits and vegetables up close and personal.
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Meatless Monday wine: Arnaldo Caprai Grecante Grechetto
Mon, May 20, 2013 10:55 AM by Robin Shreeves
This Italian white comes from sustainable vineyards and pairs wonderfully with fresh, asparagus that’s used to make a seasonal pesto.
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Is Disney bullying gluten-free children?
Fri, May 17, 2013 3:19 PM by Kimi Harris
In an episode on the 'Jessie' show, a gluten-free boy is ridiculed for his diet. Does this promote bullying of children with allergies or celiac disease?
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How much money do you save when baking your own bread?
Thu, May 16, 2013 11:59 PM by Kimi Harris
Does making your own bread really save money? I crunch the numbers to find out.
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'Mr. Zee’s Apple Factory' teaches children about processed foods
Thu, May 16, 2013 2:00 PM by Robin Shreeves
Bettina Seigel’s illustrated story helps kids become a little savvier about the media messages they encounter.
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Buycott app helps you vote with your dollars
Thu, May 16, 2013 9:59 AM by Robin Shreeves
A new app scans grocery barcodes and more for information about the brand’s parent companies and where those companies spend their money.
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5 healthy juicing recipes to refresh your routine
Wed, May 15, 2013 2:31 PM by Enrique Gili
Get ready to enjoy your favorite fruits and vegetables with these concoctions that are as healthy as they are delicious.
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Celebrate National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day with 5 tasty recipes
Wed, May 15, 2013 1:00 PM by Jenn Savedge
Satisfy your sweet tooth with one of these amazing recipes for your favorite chocolate chip cookie.
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'Masterchef' judge labels Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie as 'real winemakers'
Wed, May 15, 2013 11:27 AM by Michael d'Estries
Joe Bastianich reviews the couple's new 2012 Château Miraval Côtes de Provence Rosé - calling it a 'serious wine.'
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'The First Taste' cutely records kids' reactions to new foods
Tue, May 14, 2013 10:55 PM by Robin Shreeves
What does a child do when he first tastes anchovy or olive? A short film captures kids’ first tastes in slow motion.
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Insects are our food of the future, U.N. says
Tue, May 14, 2013 2:42 PM by Russell McLendon
If Western culture can overcome the 'disgust factor,' insect cuisine could help fight global hunger and global warming, according to a new United Nations report.
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