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Edible Mexican Cactus Recalled After Taint with Deadly Pesticide Discovered

The government has cracked down on a popular import that contains illegal pesticides. A type of consumable cactus, imported from Mexico, has been found to contain a deadly and illegal pesticide known as Monocrotophos.

By Ian Powell

Pete Wentz is Expecting a Baby: Girlfriend's Pregnancy Announced With Intimate Instagram Picture

Pete Wentz is going to be a dad again. Pete Wentz is going to be a dad again, Us Weekly reported. The 34-year-old Fall Out Boy bassist/vocalist and his girlfriend, model Meagan Camper, announced that they will be expecting their first child together via Instagram on Monday.
Simple Steps to Improve Hearth Health: What to Eat and How to Exercise

Want to improve the health of your heart? There are a few simple tips that you can follow--and a lot of them have to do with what you eat.
New Asian Carp Burgers for Sale in Chicago: Eating Invasive Species

How do you deal with an invasive species? Eat it. The city of Chicago is thinking about eating the invasive Asian carp out of existence.
Krispy Kreme Unveils Two New Doughnut Flavors: Mocha Kreme and Caramel Coffee Kreme

If you're a fan of coffee and doughnuts, then you'll be thrilled to hear about what's coming to Krispy Kreme.
Loneliness is Twice as Unhealthy as Obesity: Increased Risk of Premature Death

Scientists have discovered that being lonely can be twice as unhealthy as obesity and that feelings of isolation can have a devastating impact on older people.
Chipotle Debuts Original Series 'Farmed and Dangerous' (VIDEO)

Three weeks after restaurant chain Chipotle debuted it trailer for "Farmed & Dangerous," the four-part web series has finally arrived.
Hampton Creek Foods' Egg Replacer: Company Announces 23 Million in Funding

Wealthy investors are throwing money at the upstart food technology company. According to USA Today, names such as Bill Gates, the wealthiest man in Asia Li Ka-shing, Yahoo co-founder Jerry Yang, and Code.
Rosie Perez's 'Handbook for an Unpredictable Life' Calls Jennifer Lopez a 'Ghetto Biatch'

Actress Rosie Perez has some harsh words for singer and actress Jennifer Lopez in her new memoir, "Handbook for an Unpredictable Life".
Oregano Oil Benefits: Can Pizza Help Stop a Virus?

Oregano oil could stop the spread of norovirus. Looks like a slice of pizza could save you all sorts of trouble--If, of course, you vaporized it. Researchers at the University of Arizona have found that when made into an aerosol, a chemical found in oregano oil, called carvacrol, can be used to help stop the spread of norovirus, according to US News.
Cal Poly New Policy Bans Kegs, Beer Bongs And Drinking Games At Greek Parties

The days of going to college strictly to party may be over. The days of going to college strictly to party may be over. According to the Huffington Post, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo has reportedly agreed on new rules limiting event times and banning drinking games at fraternity parties for everyone--including those 21 or older.
Presidents Day 2014: An Inside Look at the Commander in Chief's Favorite Foods

After spending the day being Commander in Chief of the United States of America, what would be your meal choice to help you kick back and unwind?
Craft Beer Reviews: Crooked Ladder’s Road Soda Red IPA

It's a big flavor from a small Long Island Brewery. Crooked Ladder Brewing Co. hasn't had its doors open for long, and they're already making a wide array of delicious beers.
Chicago Pizza in NYC: No Culture War, Just Deep Dishes

Emmett's brings Chicago flavor, without the pizza feud. Most articles on Emmett's at 50 MacDougal St. , would start with the Montague- and Capulet-styled feud between New York pizza and Chicago pizza.
GMO Labeling Bill: Maine May be Second State to Identify GMOs

Maine to be second state to require labeling, after Connecticut. According to the Portland Press Herald, Maine Gov. Paul LePage has signed a bill making Maine the second state in the US to require labeling on products that are made with GMOs.