Articles by Robin Rood

I recently gave a talk to a group of senior citizens at a local assisted living center on updated food safety issues. We reviewed the latest news in food science and emphasized the need to

On the long, warm days of summer, I like to get my daily exercise by swimming laps in an outdoor pool or taking a long bicycle ride through my local park system. Both activities burn

I recently gave a talk to a group of senior citizens at an assisted living center near me. My topic was updated food safety recommendations — I highlighted the latest news in food science and

One of the hardest things to do as you age is keep active. It would seem intuitive that, since you were active in your 20s through 40s, you should just continue to stay active and everything

Product Reviewed: IMUSA 7.5-Quart Pressure Cooker Remember the stories of exploding pots from your grandmother’s era? In fact, she wasn’t the first to use a pressure cooker. Cooking under pressure was invented by Denis Papin,

Beans are not just for nourishment, no sir. There is a long history of beans in our folklore. In choosing a specific area of discussion for this post on beans, the first thing my artsy

Growing up, I never liked mushrooms. I know I’m not the only one, either. I go out to eat quite often and hear this from other patrons a lot: “No mushrooms please.” You won’t hear

After a winter storm in early May and 67-degree days and drizzle in mid-June, buying plants for a garden seemed like a risk. However, my friend, who is a master gardener, convinced me. She volunteered

I do not have to convince anyone that a good night’s sleep will help you achieve good health. The problem? How to build those seven to eight hours a day into your lifestyle. The secret

Spring is here and if you have not already purchased a new pair of running shoes, what are you waiting for?! Think of them as part of your equipment for a brand new start to

Let’s say a member of your family happens to work at a local retirement center and brings home donated leftover vegetables from the local food pantry. At first you think, Okay! But then you notice

What would chocolate be without Jews? In summer 2011, I attended a lecture on the history of chocolate. I learned that Jewish growers, manufacturers, traders and chefs have played an integral role in bringing this

On the evening of January 25, 2013, Jews around the world will celebrate the holiday of Tu B'Shevat, also known as the "Holiday of Trees." It's a minor holiday, not mentioned specifically in the Bible