Worldwide, more people die from polluted water than from any form of violence, including wars, states the United Nations in their report "Sick Water?" released on March 22, 2010. Water pollution is also responsible for growth of toxic algae that...
Organic products have existed for decades, yet experienced a surge in popularity in recent years. As scientists make new discoveries about the long-term health implications of lifestyle and diet, people have become more interested in knowing...
The amount of processed food you see in the grocery store seems grow constantly, and the ingredient list appears longer, filled with additives, preservatives and fillers. To avoid harmful chemicals, synthetic pesticides, hormones, and antibiotics,...
The duck is another animal that provides eggs different from the "normal" chicken eggs. Ducks eggs are larger, have a harder shell and contain a distinct nutritional value.
As you stand peering into the freezer case or refrigerated display at the supermarket, looking at wrapped turkeys -- some, the size of beach balls -- the question becomes, which one might perfectly match supply to demand around the holiday table?...
Minimize your risk of catching the bird flu by avoiding places where outbreaks commonly occur. Most outbreaks take place in Southeast Asia, although significant epidemics also have occurred in Africa and the Middle East. Stay current on current...
There are about 32g of protein in a 4-oz. serving of turkey, making it a very good source of these essential amino acids. Just one serving of turkey provides 65 percent of your recommended daily intake of protein. Eat a turkey sandwich for lunch...
Raccoons, also known as procyon lotor, are common animals widely distributed throughout the United States and North America. In a 2009 article in the journal "Avian Diseases," the authors describe the role of wild raccoons in spreading the H3N6...
Once relegated to the Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner table, turkey has become the go-to food for the weight-conscious. At only 184 calories, 35 g of protein and less than 4 g of fat per pound, it is a good choice for just about any type of...
In 2006, the U.S. population reached 300 million. Though Americans account for only 5 percent of the world’s population, we use nearly a quarter of all natural resources. China’s population is over 1.3 billion, yet there are fewer than...
Both health officials and chefs tout the advantages of organic food, but it's hard to tell the difference between organic and conventional foods by eating them. In the case of organic poultry, the difference comes in how the birds are raised,...
Warnings about bird flu, or avian influenza, apply mostly to people who travel internationally or work with birds or poultry. In rare cases around the world, birds have given people this disease. Additionally, the Centers for Disease Control and...
The answer to the question of what's for dinner has changed significantly since the 1980s, according to a report in BEEFmagazine. As more women have entered the workforce, the consumption of beef in America has dropped, while the consumption of...
Fertilizers are substances which gardeners, farmers and landscapers add to the soil to increase plant production. Most commercial fertilizers are chemically based, adding uniform quantities of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium to boost plant...
Organic food has certain benefits over non-organic, but helping you lose weight is not necessarily one of them. The difference between organic and non-organic foods is the conditions in which they are grown or raised. Even the healthiest living...
Protein comes from animal and plant sources and provides the body with amino acids. Amino acids can be metabolized for energy, like glucose molecules and fatty acids are, but they are often used as building blocks within the body to make enzymes...
You might be surprised to learn that the term "free range" is more a marketing term than a method of raising poultry. The U.S. Department of Agriculture defines "Free Range" chickens as those with access to run outside at some point but not...
Whether you are on a limited income, use food stamps or are trying to feed yourself while a student or low-paid worker, a cheap diet is often a financial necessity. Even if you are not struggling financially, spending less money on food allows you...
Preparing a whole turkey or chicken can add a special element to any dinner party or meal. Cooking an entire bird is also a convenient option when feeding a large group of people. Whether you decide to use a turkey or chicken, the seasoning...
The small bird sold in grocery stores as a game hen -- or more commonly a "Cornish" game hen -- has nothing in common with wild game. Game hens are merely chickens slaughtered at less than five weeks of age. The hens are typically of the Cornish...
As a meal, wild pheasant has advantages over its domesticated avian cousins. Ounce for ounce, game birds hold less cholesterol and about half the calories of farm-raised fowl, according to dieticians on MayoClinic.com. Because they move more...
"Chicken in a pot" is a classic stovetop recipe, but for baking, choose a pan. The mild flavor of chicken works well with many different flavors and taste profiles, as well as in myriad ethnic cuisines. Free-range and organic birds tend to have...
Deep-frying a turkey is a Southern tradition. Typically, turkey and duck are roasted in the oven or cooked on a rotisserie; deep-frying adds a new dimension to their savory potential. A deep-fried turkey and duck's crispy skin and juicy meat make...
The foods you eat can be your medicine, as Hippocrates suggested more than 2,000 years ago. Including a few super foods in your daily diet can help you boost your intake of health-protective compounds to help you stay healthy and resist the common...
In the June 2010 issue of "Primary Care: Clinics in Office Practice," Meharry Medical College family medicine doctor Vincent Morelli, M.D., explains that the herpes family encompasses more than 70 viruses including herpes simplex-1, herpes...
Salmon is an excellent source of nutrition whether it is farm-raised or wild, providing significant levels of important fatty acids and protein. However, due to their environmental differences, salmon raised in farms are not identical to those...
When you prepare poultry at home, you might believe that washing it will help to remove any residual bacteria. This is a common misconception, however. Washing or soaking poultry not only does nothing to prevent food-borne illness, but it can also...
Periodic cleansing of the colon is one of the most important things we can do to maintain a healthy body by eliminating accumulated toxins. The benefits of a good colon cleanse include weight loss, increase in energy, improvement in digestion,...
Chicken tenderloins, which are located below the breast meat of a chicken, are long, slender cuts of white meat. Tenderloins are lean meat with a high protein-to-fat ratio. This makes chicken tenderloins a great choice for a balanced diet....
