How Safe Is Organic Food Really?
Germany 2011, a mysterious illness swept the country. More than 3,000 people fell ill and 31 died. The source of the infection was unknown. Imported Spanish cucumbers were suspected but it was later discovered that the source was much closer to home – bean sprouts grown at a small organic farm in northern Germany. While […]
Spirituality vs Science: Is Kosher Food Safer?
As you rush past the tempting baked goods aisle in the supermarket searching for your beloved produce section, a kosher symbol catches your eye. You walk up to the package and notice the word ‘parve’ is written on it. What’s a parve? – you think to yourself – and what is “kosher” anyway? With all […]