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We need to talk… about sustainable agriculture

We have agriculture to thank for our lustrous lettuce and juicy oranges. But what is its actual effect on the environment? Let's talk about sustainable agriculture.

Environment

Welcome to Colombia, one of the world’s most biodiverse countries

70% of all species on the planet can be found in just 17 countries. Find out what makes Colombia one of the world’s most biodiverse nations.

Healthy Eating

A handful of nuts a day keep the doctor away!

With a hard shell and a crunchy interior, let’s find out what are the benefits of nuts and how should we include them in a healthy and balanced diet.

Healthy Eating

Sardine, the queen of the Portuguese coast

The sea provides the sardine and Portuguese tradition turned it into a true cultural and gastronomical national treasure. Discover it.

Healthy Eating

Kombucha: so much more than tea

From virtually unknown to trendsetter. What is kombucha anyway? And does it have potential health benefits or not? Find out all about it.

Environment

The role of ladybirds in biodiversity

It is not only in books that ladybirds play the leading role. They are also key to our ecosystems. Find out why.

Healthy Eating

Lactose intolerance: everything you need to know

Lactose intolerance is a major pain – in the stomach – for many people. Know more about lactose intolerance, its symptoms and causes.

Environment

Ecodesign: creating circular, more sustainable products

How to make existing and new products more sustainable? Ecodesign is the answer to this question. Find out what it means and its importance.

Healthy Eating

The secret life of the pea

So small, yet so powerful. Get to know all about the pea, its benefits, and why it should be a part of your diet.

Healthy Eating

What’s so oat-standing about oats?

Oats are a great choice for breakfast, snacks, desserts and even gourmet menus. Know more about this versatile and nutritious grain.

Healthy Eating

Dried fruits in the traditional Christmas sweets around the world

Christmas celebrations differ greatly around the world, but there are some common elements. Let’s talk about dried fruits.

Healthy Eating

Pulses, tomorrow’s special

Bit by bit, a little becomes a lot. And bean by bean, pulses can help change the future of our planet and of all who live in it.

Healthy Eating

Chestnuts, roasted and tasty!

As the trees change colour and the days get colder, it’s time to enjoy some delicious roasted chestnuts. Amazing flavour and many benefits.

Environment

Manual dishwashing vs dishwasher: which spends the most water?

The amount of water used in manual dishwashing by just one person would quench the thirst of everyone in Monaco for one year. Find out why.

Healthy Eating

Carrot, a trusty companion

You can have it cooked or uncooked, in savoury or sweet dishes. A carrot is a tasty snack and an excellent ingredient in any meal.

Tomato. the vegetable that is actually a fruit

Healthy Eating

Tomato: the vegetable that is a fruit

Tomato is a healthy, versatile and essential fruit for a balanced diet. It is also indispensable in Mediterranean cuisine.

Food waste

Understanding food expiration dates

Who hasn’t ever overlooked the difference between “use by” or “best before”? Know the answers – the explanation does not have an expiration date.

Environment

The best season for seasonal fruit and vegetables

Find out which fruit and vegetables are in season and why it is so important to eat them at the right time for you.

Community

Equality has no gender

Access to education, freedom of choice or equal opportunities. What do they have in common? Equality is a longstanding problem. Find out why.

Healthy Eating

How to read a food label

A food label can be easy to read. Learn what the information on food labels and packaging means and what's changing for consumers.

Healthy Eating

Edible seaweed beyond sushi

Gone are the days when seaweed belonged only in the sea. The eating habits are changing, and edible seaweed are part of that change.

Healthy Eating

Pickling: do you know what it means?

You get more flies with honey than with vinegar, but vinegar gets you tasty pickles. Get to know the ancient art of pickling.

Healthy Eating

High in iron foods that should be part of a diet

The lack of iron is one of the most common nutritional deficiencies. Get to know 8 foods that are high in iron and rich in flavour.

Environment

Global warming: the state of the climate has worsened in the midst of a pandemic

Has the reduction in air pollution during the lockdown period really done wonders for the global climate? Find out the answer.

Healthy Eating

Nutritious, tasty and… animal? Mealworm flour has just arrived to Europe

It sounds like an episode of a survival show, but it is only food engineering shaping the future. Get to know the benefits of mealworm flour.

Plastic

Microplastics : what are they and where to find them?

Microplastics are all around us, from the most essential items to the most superfluous. Find out what they are and how to avoid them.

Healthy Eating

The “A to Z” of living with food intolerance

We all know someone who suffers from food intolerance or has food allergy. Get to know the difference and know more about it.

Environment

These air-filtering plants will clean the air in your home

Did you know some plants can be used to filter and clean the air in your home? Check out a list of air-filtering plants to keep close.

Plastic

14 types of plastic that end up in the oceans

From PVC to nylon, there are more than a dozen types of plastic polluting our planet. Get to know some of the objects where you can find them.

Healthy Eating

Olive oil : liquid gold from the Mediterranean

Olive oil has amazed mankind for millennia. Get to know its origins, its uses, and the benefits in using it in your kitchen.

Healthy Eating

Squash : from the Americas to our plates

Once used as animal feed, it is nowadays a must-have in a healthy, tasty, and Mediterranean kitchen. Get to know the squash.

Healthy Eating

Broccoli, a bunch of health and flavour

Poor in calories and rich in fibre, Broccoli resembles a tiny flower bouquet but is in fact a bundle of healthy nutrients. Learn more.

Chayote - low calorie and high nutrient fruit

Healthy Eating

Chayote, the well-travelled Aztec prince

Originally cultivated by the Aztecs, the chayote is a tasty food that has been grown in every continent until arriving to your table. Learn more about it.

Environment

How big is your ecological footprint?

There’s only one way to know if your ecological footprint is Big Foot-like or rather light as a hare’s. Curious? Find out here.

O problema da desflorestação em zonas tropicais

Environment

Tropical deforestation: can we nip it in the bud?

In several parts of the world, forests are giving way to farms. Do you know the causes of the deforestation and its impacts on the environment? Learn more.

Environment

Global warming explained in three minutes

Do you know the difference between global warming, climate change and greenhouse effect? No need to rack your brain, we’ll help clarify these concepts.

Healthy Eating

What’s in a great granola?

Ideal for breakfast and for a tasty snack in-between meals, granola is a must-have many people’s routines worldwide.

Healthy Eating

Sweet Potato: from misbegotten to queen

Over the years, sweet potato went from being a slave to oppression to being a queen of flavour. Today it's a trend and it's present at every healthy table.

Environment

Can cork be the answer?

Cork has been a well-kept secret for years, but now it is making headlines. Can cork be the answer to a more sustainable way of living?

Community

Female farmers: the impact on local agriculture

Know more about the important role of female farmers on local agriculture and how empowering them can change the world.

Environment

Sustainable fish: threatened fish species and how to help

There are more than 28,000 threatened species, that face their survival being threatened by human activities such as unsustainable fishing.

Environment

Palm Oil and the controversy behind it

Palm oil comes from a family of plants commonly called oil palm trees, native to Africa. It has been accused of destroying rainforests. But is it so?

Environment

Recycling: Re. Cy. Cling. It’s as easy as pronouncing it.

Let's debunk some of the most common myths about recycling that prevent us from helping to clean up the planet and reusing materials.

Dieta mediterrânica: a chave para viver bem

Healthy Eating

Mediterranean diet: the golden ticket to a healthy life

Soups, boiled food and stews are at the heart of the Mediterranean diet. The secret lies in simple recipes made with fresh, locally grown vegetables.

The cleanest countries: leading the way to renewable energy

Environment

Cleanest countries: who leads on renewable energy?

Renewable energy accounts for more than a quarter of the world's electricity production. Find out which countries lead the world ranking.

Healthy Eating

Gluten intolerance? No worries.

Coeliac disease affects almost 1% of the world's population and gluten intolerance affects many more. Learn more about gluten and gluten-related disorders.

Environment

What if there were no more animals or plants on Earth?

One million animal and plant species are threatened with extinction within just a few decades, according to the United Nations (UN). Learn more.

Healthy Eating

Bela-luz thyme: the perfect salt substitute

If you fancy yourself a cook, then bela-luz thyme could be your secret ingredient. You can use it fresh or dried and it is an excellent salt substitute.

Plastic

8 facts about plastic use in the world

The invention of plastic in the 19th century continues to shape society. Get to know eight facts about plastic use in the world.

Environment

Bees: what’s the buzz all about?

Bees are changing the planet and the way we eat. Crops depend on them, and they are a central part of the world’s agriculture. But why?

Environment

How to make our economy as circular as our globe?

How can we transform a linear economy into a circular economy? Take Nature's example, the waste produced by one species is food and energy to another.

Plastic

Plastic: from use to abuse

“Plastic” was named after its key physical property: plasticity – something that can be moulded. It's designed to last, but this quality is also a menace.

Food waste

Food Waste: the hard truth about 9 biscuits

Food waste for dummies: if the whole food supply in the world was represented by 9 biscuits, how many do you think would be wasted?

Healthy Eating

Avocado: it’s green and has superpowers

The avocado has been promoted to the Super Food status with its creamy texture and healthy fats. Is good for your skin and can help reduce bad cholesterol.