Articles by Carly Okyle

Carly Okyle



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Food Safety: Hand Washing and Following Microwave Instructions on the Decline

With food safety confidence up, fewer people follow safe practices, study finds. In a five-year long, comprehensive study, the International Food Information Council Foundation has been tracking food-safety practices that different sectors of the U.
  • Demystifying Greek Yogurt

    Here’s what you need to know to understand the Greek yogurt craze Greek yogurt is becoming increasingly popular – and not just in the yogurt aisle.
  • DIY Ice Cream (in a bag!)

    This sweet treat is also a fun activity for kids This ice cream has less than 95 calories (when made with skim milk) and is quick and easy to make. It's a tasty indulgence for summer without going overboard.
  • Man Food: Sorry, ladies, these snacks are too macho for you

    Advertisers target men with chips, diet soda, and beer. Advertising can be very segmented. Commercials for vacuums and chocolate target womemn, commercials for tools and sports cars target men.
  • Jaffa Oranges and Other Israeli Citrus Goes Green

    Israel's citrus industry is practicing greener farming techniques to boost sales in Europe. Israel is known for it's Jaiffa oranges, but these days the country's citrus industry is focusing on being greener.
  • Seeded Banana Frappe

    Quick, nutritious and filling, this is a powerpacked breakfast or snack. Sometimes fruit can get a little boring. If you're looking for a way to jazz up a banana, why not turn it into a frappe? It's full of nutrition and -- just as important -- it tastes delicious.
  • Body Parts Made of Bread

    Kittiwat Unarrom, a baker with an MFA in Thailand, bakes his bread as art to express his religous beliefs
  • Mushroom Orzo

    In under an hour, you can make this delishes side dish to round out any meal. Sometimes even a fantastic main dish seems incomplete when there's not a side dish to go with it.
  • Ron Paul Has a Libertarian Cookbook Series

    The Wall Street Journal says, "'The Ron Paul Family Cookbook,' is an an anything-goes culinary manifesto for ordinary Americans, with dishes that celebrate efficiency and thrift."
  • Seattle’s Best + Coinstar = Rubi Kiosk Coffee Vending Machines

    Starbucks, which owns the Seattle's Best coffee brand, is teaming up with Coinstar to bring you Rubi
  • City Kids More Likely to Have Food Allergies

    The first study to map food allergies geographically across the country shows that children who live in urban areas are more likely to have issues.
  • Rankings: Healthiest Eaters, Greenest NYC Restaurants

    See how your city and your favorite NYC restaurants stack up against the competition Last month, the Russel Athletic company (they make athletic apparel) and Sperling's BestPlaces teamed up and released the results of a survey that ranked the cities which have the healthiest habits.
  • Salmon Burgers

    Put a twist on the burger taste you love by using salmon instead of beef Make burgers healthier and more interesting by using a salmon patty rather than a beef patty.
  • Nestle and POM Under Scrutiny for Health Claims

    As the government cracks down on claims made by food companies, Nestle sets up a new unit for scientific testing and trials.
  • Adam Richman, of Man vs. Food, is Finding America's Best Sandwich on the Travel Channel

    Food celebrity Adam Richman is in search of America's Best Sandwich on a new television show for the Travel Channel.
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