How many food stamp benefits are Americans getting and how much do they pay?
The number of Americans who received food stamps from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) has nearly tripled since 2007, from 4.4 million to 5.4 billion, according to a new study by the Center for American Progress.The increase was driven in part by an increase in the number of people receiving SNAP benefits.According to the […]
‘Food network’ recipes for the holiday season: ‘Thanksgiving food’
This year’s Thanksgiving meal is going to be delicious, and thanks to food network recipes it’ll be all about the foods, right?We’ve assembled a list of Thanksgiving-friendly recipes that you’ll want to try this year.If you’ve got an appetite for delicious food this Thanksgiving, here are some recipes to get you going:
Which meat is halal?
Halal food is kosher meat that is raised, processed and slaughtered according to Jewish law.It is produced in Israel.Most halal meat is produced on a large scale in the United States, and in the UK and Australia.Halal meat has a higher percentage of water, fat and protein than non-halal meat, and is more tender and […]
How to eat low carb for better health
Famed French chef Michel Roux, whose “Fault Lines” restaurant in Paris is famous for its Mediterranean food, died Monday.He was 91.He had been hospitalized in Paris since last month with an illness, and was expected to recover.Roux had been in the hospital since early July, and had undergone two operations in Paris, the chef said.“I […]
Why food allergies can affect our health and wellbeing
When you have food allergies, it’s hard to know if it’s because of the food or because of your lifestyle.For some, food can cause an allergic reaction and for others, it can just be something that’s not part of the diet.Food allergies can be caused by a wide range of different foods, including grains, dairy, […]