Melissa and Jam dive into the definition and implications of organic foods. They explore what organic means according to USDA standards, dissect common misconceptions about pesticide use, and discuss whether organic produce is actually healthier. This detailed analysis includes Melissa's scientific research process and draws on trusted sources to clarify the ... Show More
Aug 20
What’s the dark side of air conditioning?
Could a cheaper, more environmentally friendly refrigerant already exist, and could corporate lobbying be helping keep it out of American air conditioners? Why did the chemicals once hailed as safe alternatives become environmental villains, and are their replacements actually mu ... Show More
53m 21s
Aug 2016
Organic Food
People are going bonkers for organic, but what are you really getting when you buy them? Better taste? Fewer toxic chemicals? A cleaner environment? Farmers Mark, Andy, and Brian Reeves, nutritional epidemiologist Dr. Kathryn Bradbury, Ass. Prof. Cynthia Curl, and Prof. Navin Ram ... Show More
35m 5s
Jun 2024
2584: Is Coconut Sugar Healthy? Here’s What You Should Know by Sally Kuzemchak of Real Mom Nutrition
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Episode 2584:
Coconut sugar has been touted as a healthier alternative to regular sugar, but is it really worth the extra cost? Sal ... Show More
11m 40s
Nov 2025
Do Imported Organic Foods Live Up to their Labels?
Americans are buying more organic food than ever, whether it’s apples from Washington or avocados from Mexico. But when that label says “organic,” especially on something grown thousands of miles away, how do you know it’s truly organic? We get to the bottom of that on this week’ ... Show More
16m 40s
Jan 2021
No Need To Be Afraid, Don't Be Petrified, But You Should Know That Organic Foods Still Use Pesticides: Part 2
We are back at it again with part 2, discussing what the term organic means in the context of farming, produce, and consumer products. This week, after a recap, we continue our discussion, first focusing on environmental impact, and elaborate on a few fallacies that circulate wit ... Show More
57m 14s