Making the connection between agriculture and health
Having trouble figuring out who you can trust online?
You are not alone! Consumers must sift through thousands of search results to find the information they seek. For this reason, digital misinformation has become so pervasive that the World Economic Forum has listed it as one of the main threats to human society.
Providing an Unbiased Response to Digital Misinformation
The Path to the Plate program is an unbiased examination of agriculture, the food we eat, and the connection to our health. It delivers correct, research-based information via a variety of methods. Our goal is to educate consumers so they can make informed decisions when it comes to agriculture and their health.
Recent Articles
The Perfect Summertime Snack: Cantaloupe
Looking for a sweet, low calorie snack for this summer? Cantaloupe is delicious, and it is healthy! Cantaloupes are high in nutrients, and are easy to grow in home gardens! One cup of sliced cantaloupe contains 60.2 calories and only .336 grams of fat. Cantaloupes are also rich in vitamin A, and vitamin C! Cantaloupes…
Food Labeling
Have you ever wondered what the labeling on your food means? What is the difference between “natural” and “organic”? What does “fresh” mean? It is important to understand what the labelings on your food mean, so that you are fully informed when purchasing a food product. Prices might also rise when buying a product with…
Grapefruit Nutrition and Facts
With spring right around the corner, fruit is about to be back in season and eating grapefruit provides a great source of nutrients, while still tasting sweet! Grapefruit makes up a large portion of the citrus industry in Texas. Since most of Texas typically offers a warm climate, fertile soils and lots of sun, grapefruit…
Everything Pecans
February is America’s heart healthy month, so what’s a better snack than pecans? Pecans are considered heart healthy according to the American Heart Association®. A serving of pecans has eight grams of protein, which is about 16 percent of the Daily Climate restraints only allow for pecan production in the south of the United States.…
Summer Squash: The perfect healthy side
Are you looking for a low fat, low calorie side to add to your meal? Try summer squash! Summer squash includes several varieties: yellow crookneck or straightneck, patty pan, and zucchini. These seasonal vegetables provide a source of vitamins A and C as well as the mineral potassium. Potassium can help promote healthy blood pressure…
Grapefruit: A tasty spring snack
With spring beginning, fruit is about to be back in season and eating grapefruit provides a great source of nutrients, while still tasting sweet! Grapefruit makes up a large portion of the citrus industry in Texas. Since most of Texas typically offers a warm climate, fertile soils and lots of sun, grapefruit thrives in these…
