If you’re looking for “brain food,” just head for the water. Fish and seafood contain omega 3 fatty acids and nutrients. But some fish are also high in mercury. Luckily, there's a way around this dilemma.
Mind Your Mercury: Choosing Fish and Seafood Read more
Many people are not entirely sure how co-ops work—or how to get involved. You may be surprised by what you find!
Common Myths About Food Co-ops Read more
Fair trade is a social justice certification that encourages democratic decision-making, transparency, gender equity and independence.
All About Fair Trade Read more
With all the warnings about farming and production methods these days, it can be hard for fish lovers to know how to make the best seafood choices. So how do you navigate the waters?
Fishing and Seafood Farming Read more
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is an innovative way to get fresh, seasonal food directly from local farms.
Getting Great Food: Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Read more
With nearly 4,800 farmers' markets in the U.S., it’s clear people love the direct connection to farmers and the fun of shopping in the open air for fresh, tasty, and seasonal foods.
Getting Great Food: Farmers Markets Read more
Raised beds are a great way to intensively garden without taking up too much space. They are perfect for urban small-space gardens, but also have advantages for gardeners with more room.
How to Build a Raised Bed Read more
How much sun will your garden need? How big should it be? What should you plant? These and other questions are answered.
Designing Your Own Vegetable Garden Read more
Getting your daily minimum veggie requirements is easy when they’re fresh and bursting with flavor!
When it comes to reasons for eating well, heart health sits near the top of the list. It all starts with food shopping, of course—by filling your cart with heart-healthy foods at your co-op, you can help lower your risk of heart disease.
Eating for a Healthy Heart Read more
For allergy sufferers, reading labels to distinguish "good foods" from "bad foods" can be a frustrating experience. The most common allergies are surprisingly easy to accommodate by shopping at the co-op.
Shopping with Food Allergies in Mind Read more
When it comes to going against the grain, those with gluten allergies must take the saying to a whole new level. So what exactly does a gluten-free diet mean?
Going Without Gluten Read more
Limiting sweets and making healthier sweet choices can be a healthy move but it doesn’t have to mean neglecting your sweet tooth. Some sweeteners are better than others.
Sweet Deal: Natural Sweeteners Read more
The most often-asked questions in the health food world may well be related to soyfoods. But soyfoods aren't nearly as mysterious as they look, and they can be downright tasty, too.
How does that beef patty go from farm to fridge—and what goes into it? We break it down.
Cattle Farming and Beef Production Read more
It's hard to imagine why many of us aren't eating enough fruit. What other food satisfies our nutrient needs and our sweet tooth with so many options?
Whether you’re training for a marathon or you just exercise to stay fit, it’s important to remember that the human body, like any engine, needs fuel to maintain performance. But not all food is created equally.
Eating for Athletic Fitness Read more
For pure sensory pleasure while grocery shopping, nothing beats the produce aisle.
In the Produce Section Read more
Find resources to learn more about food production, food choices, and the connections between food, health, and planet.
Explore the World of Food and Food Issues Read more
Today, the vast majority of U.S. food is produced by an industrial system that churns out commodity crops. But now, more than ever, people are showing interest in finding local, sustainable alternatives.
Behind the Scenes: The Making of Food Read more
