(Natural News) An investigation has revealed that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is riddled with problems when it comes to food safety. POLITICO reported on April 8 that the FDA’s Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (CFSAN) “has failed to take timely action on a wide range of safety and health issues the […]

(Natural News) Processed foods refer to foods that have been altered from their original state through preparation or preservation. Not all processed foods are bad, as some only undergo minimal processing and retain most of their nutrients. However, heavily processed foods can contribute very little in terms of nutrition; if anything, they’re actually full of harmful chemicals. […]

(Natural News) Food deserts are an increasing problem in the U.S., but a recent study is seeking to alleviate it. Food deserts, according to experts, are areas that have limited access to affordable and nutritious food, making them the direct opposite of food oases, which are defined as areas with higher access to markets or vegetable […]

(Natural News) Self-sustaining lifestyles have gained traction among many Americans who are seeking to grow their own food and reduce their reliance on grocery stores. If you are one of those who are just beginning their farm journey, here are some tips to help you get started. (h/t to RunamukAcres.com) Start right now Farming is […]

(Natural News) Being self-sufficient means looking for ways to help your family survive without relying on outside sources for food, water and other necessities. If you’re a homesteader, one way to become more self-sufficient before SHTF is to learn how to safely preserve and store food for future use. (h/t to FoodRevolution.org) Storing food properly can […]

(Natural News) The COVID-19 pandemic has introduced a new state of normal in which most social activities are severely restricted to essential errands like grocery shopping. To minimize trips to the supermarket, many people tend to buy groceries that can last for at least a week. But food supplies run out eventually, so you still have […]

(Natural News) If you want to avoid starvation when SHTF, you need to have a well-stocked pantry of nutritious meats and organic produce for long-term storage. The problem is that a lot of food won’t last for very long without undergoing some sort of food preservation technique. Fortunately, drying is one of the best food […]

(Natural News) Stockpiling food and water is second nature to any person interested in prepping. However, these supplies don’t last forever. Your stockpile may look decent at first, but how long do you think it would last? In a grid-down scenario, most grocery stores would be stripped clean of supplies, and any delivery service would be […]

(Natural News) Growing herbs indoors is a popular hobby since it eliminates the hassle that comes with growing herbs in your backyard, especially when it comes to seasonal crops. While most gardeners would prefer growing herbs for culinary reasons, some lean towards growing a variety of medicinal herbs. Having a supply of medicinal herbs on […]

(Natural News) As a service to their local community, preschoolers attending the Little Ones Learning Center in Forest Park, Georgia, located just outside of Atlanta, run a farm stand that provides fresh fruits and vegetables at affordable prices to residents in an area that some would describe as a food “desert” – or at least […]