Title: Strange Feasting Practices You Just Can't Ignore
Hey there, weekend warriors! Once again, we've got some fantastic finds from across the web that'll shake up your health and fitness world. Let's dive in!
First up, we've got some food for thought (literally!) with Trader Joe's Ex-President's Vision for Expired Food. Former TJ's head honcho Doug Rouch is on a mission to turn our food waste woes upside down. How you ask? By breathing new life into edibles past their prime, natch! This is some serious sustainability action, folks. No more curdled milk – think canned goods, pasta, and other pantry staples that can still thrill your taste buds. Get the lowdown on Rouch's plans to revolutionize food waste reduction from The Salt!
Next, buckle up for a wild ride as we explore the Ethics of Eating Roadkill. Nope, we're not talking about grisly caveman rituals. Intriguing stuff, though, right? Modern Farmer details the case for nibbling on road-killed creatures – yum or yuck, we're regionally divided on this one. But no matter where your cutlery points, this discussion is a must-read, chock-full of sustainability, community, and ethical food practices!
Now, let's bust the myth of Perfect Produce. According to The Washington Post, our rose-tinted view of flawless fruit can be quite misleading. While Americans may have a hankering for unblemished apples, squashed and slightly imperfect produce can actually deliver a nutritional bonus. Give the article a whirl to see if these findings change your apple of your eye.
Ever wondered about those Tomtato hybrids cropping up on store shelves? BBC News puts the scoop on the tomato-potato mashup that we've got inbound to the UK. In lieu of the classic nature vs. nurture debate, let's discuss this botanical blend – taste test encouraged!
Lastly, buckle up for a bit of oddball science as we delve into the Biology Behind Mothers' Urge to Eat Babies. The New York Daily News explores the strangest craving out there – munching on your newborn. Surprisingly, neuroscientific research shows that your offspring's scent triggers similar cravings as your favorite dish – talk about a mother's love, huh?
Photo by the one and only, Joe Shlabotnik!
So, tell us: which of these bizarre food facts blew your mind? Sound off in the comment section below, or shoot us a tweet at @greatist!
PS: These links come from various, amazing sources, but just to clarify, they may not adhere to Greatist's strict research standards.
- As we delve deeper into sustainable eating, our team believes that understanding the value of other nutrition sources, like consuming edibles past their prime, is crucial for reducing food waste.
- If you're part of a team that values ethical food practices, you might find the discussion on the ethics of eating roadkill an interesting link to explore.
- We love sharing interesting facts about nutrition and food, and we believe that busting the myth of perfect produce can help promote a healthier and more sustainable relationship with food.
