Nutrition

“One Planet. One Health” Amplifies Local Food Systems Solutions

Panelists discuss how to achieve inclusive, community-based food systems during a webinar co-hosted by Food Tank and the Danone Institute North America.

Nine Ways to Eat for Healthier Planet

These tips can help you maintain a sustainable diet that supports the health of the planet.

Reclaiming Indigenous Cuisine in Sub-Saharan Africa

In a recent panel, chefs from Western and Southern Africa discuss reclaiming Indigenous cuisine and strengthening local food networks.

Chefs Reimagine the Foods of their Ancestors for Healthy People and the Planet

In a panel discussion, chefs from Canada and Israel talk about how they draw inspiration from their ancestors to create local, sustainable foods.

Celebrating Sustainable Food Rooted in Place and Tradition

A panel discussion featuring chefs from the United States and Latin America discuss the importance of a diet that works with the environment.

A Plant-Forward Diet Can Be Delicious and Diverse

Chefs from South and East Asia discuss the importance of encouraging eaters to adopt plant-forward diets.

New Report Finds 100 Percent Organic, Plant-Forward School Meals Produce More Than Just Health Benefits

These values-based school meals can also benefit the environment and boost the local economy.

Experts Discuss the Connection Between Human and Planetary Health

During an event co-hosted by Food Tank and the Barilla Foundation, experts argue that food, culture, and environmental health are inseparable.

Dr. Mark Hyman Talks Food, COVID-19, and the Pegan Diet

Dr. Mark Hyman reveals how to optimally eat for personal and environmental health.

Michael Moss’s Hooked Explores the Ways Companies Manipulate Our Diets

Hooked by Michael Moss explores food addiction, the importance of government intervention, and companies’ tactics to keep consumers coming back for more.

27 Inspiring Women Reshaping the Food System

In honor of International Women’s Day, Food Tank is celebrating 27 Inspiring women working to close the gender gap in the food system.

SNAP-Ed Is Helping U.S. Families Make Healthier Choices, Study Shows

Study shows SNAP-Ed is helping U.S. families make healthier choices.

From Crisis to Possibility: Five Aspirations for our Food System

Transforming the food system will take great effort and requires a systems based approach. By working toward these five aspirations, it is possible to build a more equitable food system that provides nutritious food for all.

Report Details Harmful Consequences of Prison Food Policies

Impact Justice’s new report detailing prison food policies and practices shows what message we are sending to people who are incarcerated through food.

Dietary Guidelines for Americans: There Are No Healthy People on an Unhealthy Planet

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans have the potential to better public health and the environment. But in recently released 2020-2025 guidelines do not go far enough.

Superfood Bar with Compostable Wrapper Reclaims Carbon

Impacts Snacks, a plant-based superfood bar company, is using compostable wrappers and reclaiming more carbon that it uses to make its bars.

Food Banks Face Surging Demand This Holiday Season

Food banks face are facing a major surge in hunger this holiday season. Food Tank shares ways to help and food banks to support.

Bridging the Gap Between the Plant-Based Protein and Meat Industries

The meat and plant-based protein industries do not have to be opponents. Rather, each can learn lessons from the other to help reduce companies’ carbon footprint and develop healthier products.

School Nutrition Directors Feed Communities Through the Pandemic

Innovative action from school nutrition directors makes school meals possible during the pandemic.

USDA Proposal Aims to Loosen School Nutrition Standards

A proposed rule by the USDA will reintroduce 1 percent chocolate milk, cut in half whole grain serving requirements, and relax sodium restrictions.

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