But such foods are scarce in a food production world where giant industrial farms apply biosolids, synthetic fertilizers and pesticides on a single genetically modified crop, and our children think food comes encased in plastic containers ready for the microwave. We can't cover every aspect of food in the pages of this site, so please look at our resources (below and on the sidebar), and seek out farmers’ markets, CSA programs and retail outlets that sell locally grown, organic foods.
And here's a tip you may not find elsewhere: When you purchase produce in a grocery store, you may have noticed stickers with a number code that provides pricing and other information for the retailer. Here's what those codes mean: ![]() Resources Helping To Heal - Written as a guidebook for parents of seriouslly ill children, this remarkable book is a must-read for every parent, and contains lots of information about healthy food menus, food preparation and storage. Visit the book's website and buy the book on Amazon. Food Rules, The Omnivore's Dilemma, and every other book by America's favorite food author, Michael Pollan. See our list of favorite healthy cookbooks. |