Canada and the World
Current Events with a Canadian Perspective
Last update
29 March 2011
Food and Nutrition
Arable Land is Becoming Scarce
Soil is a commodity that is in a diminishing supply
and its growing scarcity comes at just
the time when increased food production is needed
Breakfast Orange Juice Rarely Fresh and Natural
Orange juice is marketed as a simple,
healthy food; in fact, it’s heavily
processed and contains several added chemicals
High fat and loaded with calories hamburgers
keep growing larger and more unhealthy
A curry a day keeps the doctor away? Not quite, but scientists have discovered that a chemical contained in the spice turmeric can kill of some cancer cells
Corn Feeds the Profits of Agribusiness
Corporate agriculture has increased crop yields and dramatically lowered the price of food. It has also radically changed the way we feed ourselves
Eating Red Meat Damages Health
Daily consumption of a 160g of red meat (equivalent
to a six-
Pathogen is the name given to such things
as viruses and bacteria that cause disease;
some are found in food and must be
rendered harmless before the food is safe to eat
While some farmers are paid handsomely for their crops, others are forced deeper into poverty
Health Benefits of Garlic and Basil
Cooking with fresh herbs and spices
can boost immune systems, reduce cholesterol,
and help protect against cancer
High Salt Content of Global Brands
In a survey of 260 prepared foods salt levels
showed surprising variations from country to country
High Salt Content of Restaurant Meals
Some restaurant meals contain more than a day’s allowance of salt in a single serving;
occasionally, meals exceed three days’ worth
Most Disgusting Foods in the World
Adventurous gourmets who can get past the yuk factor will try just about anything, but the average person draws the line at fried hairy spiders
While the number of wild fish plummets, those raised in captivity now account for half the world’s fish production
Some Foods Increase Brain Function
Fruits, vegetables, and small portions
are key to improving brainpower
There is enough food in the world for everyone,
but one out of every seven people on Earth is hungry