Advocate-Messenger
Danville, KY:
Plastic proliferation in the produce aisle is a real problem
We often hear about how junk food is cheaper than foods that are good for you and how that cost difference makes a big impact on people. Because of this discrepancy, people will often opt for foods that are processed and don’t have a lot of nutritional value. I’ve been thinking about this recently in …
My, how the Frozen Food Aisle has Changed
It's about time for another frozen food revolution
How to Turn a Fridge Full of Sad Produce Into Dinner
We’ve all stared down a sad, empty fridge at too-late-for-a-grocery-run-o’clock on a weeknight, willing some higher power to magically replenish the shelves while our eyes are closed.
How artificial intelligence will take over the supermarket produce aisles
Incredible advances in machine learning will help create tastier, cheaper food for all.
Should I be concerned about storing my food in plastic?
Choose stainless steel or glass containers for storing food or liquids.
How To Stop Getting So Much Darn Plastic When You Order Takeout
What Every Mom Must Know About the AAP's New Plastic-Safety Guidelines for Kids
Some types of food and packaging may include dangerous chemicals.
How to Navigate the Pickle Aisle
Everything you need to know to keep pickle-shopping from going sour.
Study Questions Advantages of Organic Meat and Produce
Stanford University researchers concluded that fruits, vegetables and meat labeled organic were, on average, no more nutritious than their conventional counterparts.
Which of These Food Products Are Named After Real People?
Can you guess which of these famous brands have real-life namesakes and which we made up?
Should You Make Your Own Cat Food?
There are actually a lot of great reasons to make your cat’s food at home! A lot of us have had that unsettling moment in the middle of the cat food aisle, reading label after label, trying to deci…
How Retailers Can Drive Shoppers to the Egg Aisle
Grocers, brands must work together to guide consumers in educated buying decisions
Oreo overload: How many varieties is too many?
We all love Oreos, but how many varieties of the tasty treat is too many? These days, they almost need their own aisle.
How to Turn This Basic Bulk-Aisle Grain Into a Luxurious Dinner
Farrotto is the everyday upgrade you’ve been waiting for.
‘Freshish’ products can find success in the inner aisles
Consumers are looking for healthy, clean products in their snacks, soups, beverages and even frozen foods
Non-Organic Produce is as Safe as Organic Produce?
The Buzz: Non-organic produce is as safe as organic produce? What They’re Saying: Organic fruits and vegetables aren’t any safer than conventional,
Who produces your food?
You've heard of omnivores, vegetarians and vegans and you probably have an idea of what these terms mean. But, a newer term "locavore" may be unfamiliar. Actually, the word locavore has been around for 10 years and current momentum promoting sustainable communities by "eating local" has pushed the locavore movement. The locavore chooses to eat only...
24 Innovative Products That'll Solve So Many Problems In The Kitchen
How much plastic in your diet!
News reports keep telling us about how much plastic there is in the world and how it has become one of this planet’s largest and most pressing environmental concerns, but have you ever wondered how…
Firm Bets on Biotech That Changes How Food Is Produced
Intrexon, which is led by billionaire pharmaceutical entrepreneur Randal J. Kirk, has invested millions of dollars in technology to create rapidly growing salmon and apples that don’t turn brown.
Duped In The Deli Aisle? 'No Nitrates Added' Labels Are Often Misleading
Packing a turkey sandwich in your kid's lunchbox, or serving up bacon or hot dogs? When shopping for processed meats, many health-conscious consumers
