Consumer perception of organic foods affected by food type and where they’re sold

The organic food industry has grown from fresh produce and grains to snack foods and condiments – from farmers markets to supercenters.

Delivery of produce baskets to workplace increases employee fruit, vegetable access

Could delivery of fresh produce to the workplace help people eat more fruits and vegetables?

Metabolic abnormalities in obese teens may relate to poor diets

Obese teens may feel healthy, but blood tests reveal inflammation, insulin resistance and high homocysteine levels, metabolic abnormalities that heighten heart disease risk. Both obese and normal weight teens in the study did not eat enough fresh produce, fiber or dairy products, which resulted in deficiencies in important nutrients.