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Broccoli and eggs go together like breakfast and coffee. Get the recipe: bit.ly/4uNhz9j
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Is @Kraft Heinz setting the tone for other US food manufacturers? Just Food columnist @VictorMartino01 takes a look.
Kraft Heinz and the structural reckoning facing legacy CPG just-food.com/comment/kraft-…
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Pistachios pack real prebiotic force. Their fiber feeds beneficial gut microbes -especially butyrate-producing bacteria and the shift shows up in studies.
New data shows pistachios outperform almonds in "tilting" the microbiome toward a healthy balance. They are a prebiotic powerhouse that specifically boosts butyrate production, the holy grail of gut metabolites.
How to apply this:
✅ Daily Dose: 3 ounces (~147 kernels).
✅ Visual Guide: 1.5 to 2 handfuls (in-shell).
✅ The Benefit: Measurable shift in beneficial gut microbes in just weeks.
Stop snacking aimlessly. Start feeding the bacteria that protect your gut health.
#GutHealth
#Prebiotics
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Spices aren’t just for flavor—they’re powerful tools for better health 🌿✨ In a Mediterranean diet, herbs and spices help enhance meals naturally while supporting digestion, metabolism, and overall wellness. Adding a variety of spices daily can elevate both taste and nutrition without extra calories. 👉 Check the image for more insights! 🥗 #MediterraneanDiet #HealthyLiving #Superfoods
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Ever wonder why sourdough tastes so complex? foodandwine.com/what-affects…
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Will a big new federal government investment fast-track regenerative agriculture?
Regenerative Agriculture Moves Into the U.S. Spotlight. mjdoamag.com/regenerative-ag…
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Have we reached the end of canned fruit? just-food.com/comment/canned… via @just_food
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Five big challenges are shaping the future of California agriculture. For farmers, policy makers and anyone who eats, these trends demand attention.
Five Big Issues That Could Define California Agriculture in 2026. mjdoamag.com/five-big-issues…
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From protein coffee to popcorn, “protein maxing” is everywhere—but some experts warn it may be overhyped or even risky.
Has the food industry gone too far with protein? Share your thoughts.
Full story: foodinstitute.com/focus/the-…
#FoodIndustry #CPG #FoodTrends #FoodInnovation
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3/4 of the world’s
flowering plants depend on
pollinators to reproduce.
Most fruit, vegetable, & seed crops—&
other plants that provide fiber, medicines, &
fuel—are pollinated by animals. Some scientists
estimate that 1 out of every 3 bites of food
we... farmers.gov/pollinators
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Cantaloupes don’t grow on your grocery shelf. They’re planted and picked by hardworking folks like these, and we appreciate them at @DelBosqueFarms. #FarmworkerDay
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One of the reasons I love EVOO is how easy it is to incorporate into everyday meals. It makes the perfect base for a simple dressing or marinade—just combine it with citrus, a pinch of salt, and your favorite herbs or spices. 🫒
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Central #California and #almonds go together like peas and carrots because almonds need hot weather and cool winters to grow! As we all know, the Central Valley only has two seasons: summer and winter! #myjobdependsonag #mjdoa svalmonds.com
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A superbloom of wildflowers is underway at Carrizo Plain National Monument in San Luis Obispo County, California 🌼🌼
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"In prioritising efficiency, scale and margin expansion over brand reinvention, portfolio evolution and long-term consumer relevance, Kraft Heinz exposed vulnerabilities that now confront much of 'Big Food.'”
Is @Kraft Heinz setting the tone for other US food manufacturers? Just Food columnist @VictorMartino01 takes a look.
Kraft Heinz and the structural reckoning facing legacy CPG just-food.com/comment/kraft-…
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The most anti-inflammatory food component is fiber. It appears that an increase of just 10 extra grams of fiber per 1,000 calories would equate to four fewer years of cellular aging. see.nf/plantshift
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California grows the food you find around the perimeter of your grocery store. The Midwest grows what you find in the center aisles.
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For the first time in history, the US Dietary Guidelines for Americans are calling out (and some say even demonizing) highly processed foods and added sugars!
Why the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans put packaged foods on notice. just-food.com/comment/new-di… via @just_food
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Why California's wine industry is being crushed latimes.com/business/story/2…
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Many grocery shoppers are currently focused on “making every bite and sip count,” experts note. That reality is helping set new retail trends.
Here’s what industry experts see shaping grocery baskets this spring and summer- foodinstitute.com/focus/3-sp…
#foodnews #foodtrends
