Want even more sustainable food at your fingertips?  Following in the steps of FishPhone, The Center for Food Safety has debuted its mobile app, the True Food Shopper’s Guide. The app has a shopper’s tips, a guide to thousands of genetically modified foods to avoid, and a list of green food companies and supermarkets.  iPhone and Android cell phone users can download the free guide by searching for “True Food,” or follow the link below.  Take your education and sustainable eating to a new level and download this app today: http://truefoodnow.org/2010/07/15/shoppersguideapp/

We want to know! According to recent news, former McDonald’s executives plan to open a healthy and casual dining chain as early as next year. Not surprisingly, this is in response to consumer demand for healthy and sustainable food options while on the road. Click here to find out more.  For long drives in the car or hours in an airport, what’s your go-to healthy meal or snack?

Are you a seafood lover but concerned about the health and sustainability of your food choices? Thanks to the Blue Ocean Institute, your cell phone can now help you make sustainable seafood choices instantly. iPhone users can download the free FishPhone app for eco-friendly seafood ratings as well as recipes and wine pairings (non iPhone users can still receive information via text. To download the app, visit the iTunes store or click here for more information.

With the summer temperatures being so high, it’s a particularly great time to freshen up on your food safety knowledge. Here are some great tips and tricks to help you keep your food safe: http://www.epicurious.com/articlesguides/howtocook/primers/foodsafety

There’s been a lot of buzz recently regarding the benefits of caffeine; some studies say your cups of java may not be that bad for you. But even with all the positive news on coffee — depending on your individual health needs — you still may want to reconsider those iced lattes or post-dinner espressos.  Here are a few reasons to skip those caffeine jolts: http://feelgoodfrenchstyle.com/caffeine-and-the-secrets-to-staying-slim/.

Infuse your summer reading with healthier books. While purchasing and eating organic food is one part of the movement, there is a bigger picture involved in that juicy organic peach. Politics, culture, and society are all tied into every food item that you may or may not choose to purchase.  Click here to find out why these books are a must-read for any conscious eater.

Stay “green” and healthy by washing your reusable grocery bags on a weekly basis. In a recent survey, researchers found that people using cloth or other green bags rarely clean them. The problem? When tested, nearly all the bags had some form of coliform bacteria, and half the bags contained E. coli. Researchers concluded that the best way to eliminate cross contamination of food is to wash the bags weekly and keep produce, meat and multi-purpose bags separate. Of course, reusable bags are much better for the environment than plastic ones; just be smart about how you use them. Click here to learn more.

Summertime means organic strawberries are at their prime. Not only are they a tasty addition to smoothies, salads and shortcake, but eating them can increase adiponectin levels, a fat burning hormone that speeds metabolism, suppresses appetite and controls blood sugar.  Remember, strawberries are part of the Dirty Dozen of fruits most likely to have a high concentration of pesticides. Farmstand fresh or from the grocery store, be sure to choose organic. Read more here and let everyone know some of your favorite uses for strawberries.

Drinking tea keeps you just as hydrated as water – with extra benefits.  A European study shows that drinking at least 3 cups of tea a day can help keep heart attacks, tooth decay and potentially even cancer away. Antioxidants in natural tea leaves boost the healthy fighting power of your body’s cells better than water. During summer days, replenish your body’s fluids with organic herbal teas and stay cool by brewing and pouring over ice.  Click here to learn more about tea hydration.

A couple of handfuls of nuts a day may help keep the bad cholesterol away. Whether it’s almonds, cashews or walnuts, a new study shows that eating 2.4 ounces daily can lower bad cholesterol (LDL) while also raising levels of the good kind (HDL). Remember to choose organic and unsalted whenever possible. Read more here..