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Serving Up Science

Serving Up Science is hosted by history buff, science writer and foodie Sheril Kirshenbaum, who will give you science-backed tips to make your favorite foods even better. Farmed or Wild? Why does cheese stink? Why should meat rest? Explore these questions and more.

Sell By, Best By? Or Just Bye-Bye? Decoding Food Expiration

5m 1s

Did you know these dates might be tricking you into unnecessary food waste? Discover the impact of confusing labels on your wallet and the environment. Unearth the secrets behind "sell by," "best by," and "use by" dates. Beware, these dates might mislead you into unnecessary food waste. Let's demystify food expiration dates for a sustainable kitchen!

Episodes

  • Sell By, Best By? Or Just Bye-Bye? Decoding Food Expiration: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Sell By, Best By? Or Just Bye-Bye? Decoding Food Expiration

    S4 E5 - 5m 1s

    Did you know these dates might be tricking you into unnecessary food waste? Discover the impact of confusing labels on your wallet and the environment. Unearth the secrets behind "sell by," "best by," and "use by" dates. Beware, these dates might mislead you into unnecessary food waste. Let's demystify food expiration dates for a sustainable kitchen!

  • Can Soil Make or Break Our Food Future?: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Can Soil Make or Break Our Food Future?

    S4 E4 - 6m 52s

    Explore soil's crucial role in our food system as Sheril uncovers the diversity of soil types, the microorganisms vital for its health, and its contributions to processes like nutrient cycling and climate regulation. Understand the impacts of soil degradation on food security and discover ways to promote healthy soil conditions.

  • Sugar and Hyperactivity: What Does Research Say?: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Sugar and Hyperactivity: What Does Research Say?

    S4 E3 - 7m 30s

    Get ready to reevaluate everything you thought you knew about sugar and hyperactivity. From birthday parties to school celebrations, we've all heard the warnings about sugar and hyperactivity in kids. But what if we told you that science has a different story to tell?

  • Dare to Taste Bugs? Good for You, Great for the World.: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Dare to Taste Bugs? Good for You, Great for the World.

    S4 E2 - 8m 52s

    Embark on a tasty journey with Chef Junior Merino as he reveals the secrets of preparing edible insects. Explore the history of insect consumption and a world of sustainable, protein-packed cuisine. Chef Junior shares expert cooking techniques and showcases his favorite insect-based dishes to tantalize your taste buds. Get set for a culinary adventure like no other!

  • Does it really matter what eggs you buy?: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Does it really matter what eggs you buy?

    S4 E1 - 4m 48s

    Decode the diverse world of egg labels. From conventional to cage-free, free-range, organic, and pasture-raised choices, delve into the nuances of ... eggs! Sheril uncovers the impact of living conditions on chicken welfare and if this impacts egg nutrition.

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