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Whole Foods Let You Eat 50% More But Cut 330 Calories Daily
Health & WellnessJan 20

Whole Foods Let You Eat 50% More But Cut 330 Calories Daily

Scientists discovered people eating unprocessed foods consumed 57% more food by weight yet took in 330 fewer calories than those eating ultra-processed foods. The findings reveal humans have built-in "nutritional intelligence" that guides us toward balanced diets when we eat whole foods.

Medical Xpress3 min read
Amazon Opens 100+ Whole Foods Stores in Grocery Pivot
SolutionsJan 28

Amazon Opens 100+ Whole Foods Stores in Grocery Pivot

Amazon is closing 70 experimental stores to focus on what works: expanding Whole Foods with more than 100 new locations. The retail giant's shift proves sometimes the best innovation is doubling down on success.

Fast Company2 min read
The 1776 Diet: Americans Rediscover Colonial Whole Foods
Daily MixJul 4

The 1776 Diet: Americans Rediscover Colonial Whole Foods

Modern health advocates are embracing what American colonists ate 250 years ago: locally sourced whole foods, organ meats, and minimally processed ingredients. It turns out our Founding Fathers knew something about nutrition that we're just rediscovering today.

Fox News Health2 min read
Whole Foods Founder: Flood Turned Win-Lose Into Win-Win-Win
SolutionsJan 20

Whole Foods Founder: Flood Turned Win-Lose Into Win-Win-Win

When a devastating flood destroyed John Mackey's first grocery store and left him near bankruptcy, he discovered a business philosophy that would transform Whole Foods into a household name. His shift from win-lose thinking to seeking mutual benefit for everyone offers a blueprint for success that anyone can use.

TED2 min read
Samyang Opens Dutch Plant-Based Food Lab Near Wageningen
InnovationMar 13

Samyang Opens Dutch Plant-Based Food Lab Near Wageningen

Korean food giant Samyang Foods just opened a European research hub in the Netherlands to develop the next generation of plant-based foods. The company chose Wageningen, home to one of the world's top food science universities, to tap into Europe's innovation ecosystem.

Google News - Netherlands Technology2 min read
Food Quality Beats Low-Carb vs Low-Fat for Heart Health
Health & WellnessMar 12

Food Quality Beats Low-Carb vs Low-Fat for Heart Health

A 30-year Harvard study tracking 200,000 people reveals that eating high-quality whole foods protects your heart better than simply cutting carbs or fat. The research suggests we've been asking the wrong question about healthy eating all along.

Optimist Daily3 min read
Chef Buys Whole Steers to Slash Food Waste and Costs
SolutionsMar 1

Chef Buys Whole Steers to Slash Food Waste and Costs

A New South Wales chef is purchasing entire cattle carcasses instead of just prime cuts, turning overlooked meat into creative dishes while slashing waste. The approach saves money, supports local farmers, and proves that sustainable eating can be delicious.

ABC Australia3 min read
Florida Food Bank Needs 800 Volunteers This Summer
Acts of KindnessJul 25

Florida Food Bank Needs 800 Volunteers This Summer

All Faiths Food Bank is recruiting 800 volunteers to staff 60 mobile food pantries across Florida this summer, when families face their highest need. Last year, 3,200 "Hunger Heroes" contributed 59,000 hours to fight local hunger.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Omaha Food Rescue Saves 10 Million Pounds in 12 Years
SolutionsFeb 25

Omaha Food Rescue Saves 10 Million Pounds in 12 Years

A food rescue organization in Omaha has redirected 10 million pounds of perfectly good food from landfills to hungry families over the past 12 years. Saving Grace Perishable Food Rescue proves that hunger isn't about food shortage but better distribution.

Google: rescue saves2 min read
San Diego Food Hub Brings Fresh Produce to Underserved Areas
Acts of KindnessApr 9

San Diego Food Hub Brings Fresh Produce to Underserved Areas

A solar-powered mobile farmers market is helping tackle food insecurity in Southeast San Diego, and now a $10 million food hub will make fresh food access permanent. Project New Village is proving that communities can build lasting wealth through food justice.

Reasons to be Cheerful3 min read
Kentucky Food Bank Saves 150K Pounds From Waste
Acts of KindnessJul 8

Kentucky Food Bank Saves 150K Pounds From Waste

A Kentucky food bank rescued nearly 150,000 pounds of fresh food from retailers in just six months while launching a new volunteer program to help thousands of seniors. The expansion turns would-be waste into hope for families struggling with food insecurity.

Google: volunteers help3 min read
Church Donates 20K Pounds of Food to Utah Pantry
SolutionsMar 6

Church Donates 20K Pounds of Food to Utah Pantry

A semitruck loaded with 20,000 pounds of food arrived at a St. George food pantry, launching a nationwide celebration of America's 250th birthday. The donation will provide 15,000 meals to 9,000 people facing food insecurity.

Google: charity donation2 min read
USDA Doubles Healthy Food Requirements for SNAP Retailers
SolutionsMar 18

USDA Doubles Healthy Food Requirements for SNAP Retailers

Starting soon, stores accepting food assistance benefits must stock more than twice as many fresh, nutritious options. The new rule aims to give 15.6 million children and their families better access to real food like eggs, chicken, and whole grains.

Fox News Opinion2 min read
Japan & South Korea Invest $60B in Food Tech Revolution
InnovationJul 22

Japan & South Korea Invest $60B in Food Tech Revolution

Japan and South Korea are pouring billions into food technology, creating the world's first dedicated government strategies to transform how food is grown, produced, and distributed. These bold moves could reshape global food systems while tackling hunger and sustainability challenges.

Regional: south korea technology (KR)3 min read
South Africa's New Food Donation Standard Tackles Waste
Planet WinsJun 12

South Africa's New Food Donation Standard Tackles Waste

South Africa just published its first national framework for food donation, clearing up confusion that sent millions of tonnes of safe food to landfills instead of hungry families. The new standard could help feed a nation where nearly two-thirds of households struggle with food insecurity.

Daily Maverick3 min read
Thailand's Food Industry Booms with Healthy Innovation
Health & WellnessFeb 17

Thailand's Food Industry Booms with Healthy Innovation

Thailand's food sector is experiencing major growth as consumers demand healthier, longer-living options. Entrepreneurs are transforming traditional factories into smart, sustainable operations that prioritize wellness without sacrificing taste.

Regional: thailand innovation (TH)2 min read
Not All Processed Foods Are Bad, New Science Shows
Health & WellnessJun 5

Not All Processed Foods Are Bad, New Science Shows

A groundbreaking review of ultra-processed food studies reveals that wholegrain breads, probiotic yogurts, and plant-based milks might be healthier than we've been told. The problem isn't how food is made, but what's actually in it.

Google News - Health2 min read
Swedish Scientists Turn Wheat Waste Into Better Plant Foods
InnovationMar 23

Swedish Scientists Turn Wheat Waste Into Better Plant Foods

Researchers in Sweden have transformed leftover wheat bran into a gel that could revolutionize plant-based meat and dairy alternatives. The breakthrough turns agricultural waste into a valuable food ingredient that improves texture while reducing food waste.

Google News - Researchers Find2 min read
Finland Turns Food Waste Into Breakthrough Products
InnovationApr 28

Finland Turns Food Waste Into Breakthrough Products

The University of Helsinki is leading a national project that transforms food industry byproducts into innovative new products. Researchers are finding sustainable ways to use brewery waste, dairy processing leftovers, and other food materials that typically go unused. #

Regional: finland innovation (FI)2 min read
Australia-Thailand Program Links Food Innovators for Good
SolutionsJul 23

Australia-Thailand Program Links Food Innovators for Good

A new 12-week exchange program is connecting Australian and Thai food startups to tackle hunger, sustainability, and nutrition together. Applications are open until July 2026 for businesses ready to make food systems better.

Regional: thailand innovation (TH)2 min read

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