foods

Cencosud’s Food Rescue Program: over 790,000 kg donated in 2024

The Food Rescue Program reached a new record in 2024: distributing 1,586,382 food rations to its beneficiaries. This initiative, led by Jumbo, Disco, and Vea, collaborates with 18 Food Banks in Argentina and the Salvation Army, with the aim...

The way food is produced impacts the environment.

Current food production systems are based on unsustainable exploitation of natural resources, deteriorating our health and that of the planet. It is crucial to modify our consumption habits and the way we choose food to find a balance between...

Black cumin: the ancient seed that protects the liver and reduces cholesterol

Black cumin (Nigella sativa), a seed with thousands of years of history, remains a valuable resource in nutrition and natural medicine. With properties ranging from liver protection to cholesterol regulation, this ingredient has stayed current in various cultures thanks...

The EU declares war on waste: food waste and fast fashion in the spotlight

For the first time, the **European Union (EU)** has imposed mandatory legal targets for member countries to reduce **food waste**. Legislators have agreed on a 30% reduction in retailers, restaurants, catering services, and households by the end of the...

Pesticides in agriculture are a problem. But the panic they generate is even greater.

Contemporary agriculture is difficult to understand without the use of pesticides, natural or artificial chemical compounds destined to intoxicate arthropods and other animals that could threaten plantations. These compounds allow the integrity of our crops not to depend on periodic...

Organic food: healthier and more sustainable

In recent years, interest in organic foods has grown significantly due to their benefits for both health and the environment. These products, grown without synthetic pesticides or chemical fertilizers, have become an attractive option for those seeking a more...

Food waste: 16 million tons are lost in Argentina, how to prevent it?

According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), food waste has reached staggering numbers worldwide. "More than 1000 million meals are wasted every day, equivalent to 1.3 meals per day for each hungry person in the...

Turmeric: an ideal ally for post-workout

After intense physical activity, turmeric positions itself as an ideal supplement thanks to its unique properties. Also known as turmeric, this plant native to Asia and Central America has been valued for centuries both in gastronomy and traditional medicine. Processed...

Grape flour: all the properties of this innovative and nutrient-rich product

If there are several well-known alternatives to replace wheat flour, over time and research, original and nutritious options appear. This is the case of grape flour, a product full of nutrients and very versatile. It is made with the solid...

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Pacific nation finances climate fight by selling citizenship

Facing the unstoppable advance of the Pacific Ocean, the tiny island nation of Nauru has decided to sell "golden...