Food 

Morgan Freeman Is Feeding the Bees

Bees are dying – and a lack of food is a big reason why. It’s no secret that bees are dying across the globe. And while there are a number of factors contributing to this dire problem, one is a dearth of bee-friendly vegetation. One 2015 study in the journal Science called habitat loss “a major long-term driver” for reduced bee populations today. It’s no secret, then, that increasing the availability of bee-friendly flowers and other plants is a great way to sustain or even grow the bee population. Actor…

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Food 

41 Purple Fruits and Vegetables to Add a Pop of Color to Your Plate

41 Purple Fruits and Vegetables Eating purple fruits and vegetables is an easy and fun way to make sure you’re consuming a diverse array of nutrients and vitamins. While some fruits and vegetables are purely purple of their own accord – such as blackberries and eggplant – some have been purposefully bred to be purple by nature, traditional agriculture, or selective breeding. Why Are Purple Foods So Healthy? Purple fruits and vegetables contain compounds called anthocyanins, which give foods that royal hue – anywhere from deep red-orange to striking violet…

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