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By reflecting on sugar’s origins, we can trace the pathways that have made this commodity so abundant. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward

Uncovering the violent history of the Canadian sugar industry

By reflecting on the violent origins of the Canadian sugar industry, we can bring wider attention to the exploitation underpinning the history of Canadian cuisine.
A change in food prices might immediately address the lack of economic access to food but will not address the root causes of food insecurity. (Shutterstock)

Food prices are not the only obstacle to achieving food security: Root causes include systemic barriers

A drop in food prices might immediately address the lack of economic access to food but will not address the root causes of food insecurity.
You can change your gut microbiome composition by eating different foods. wildpixel/iStock via Getty Images

Microbes in your food can help or hinder your body’s defenses against cancer – how diet influences the conflict between cell ‘cooperators’ and ‘cheaters’

Cancer cells are ‘cheaters’ that do not cooperate with the rest of the body. Certain microbes in your diet can either protect against or promote tumor formation by influencing cell cooperation.
Innovations in food systems, like food processing technologies, have enhanced the sensory quality, safety and shelf life of food products. (Scott Warman/Unsplash)

How science and innovation can strengthen global food systems

Innovations in food science and technology are well-positioned to address many existing food systems challenges.
Canadian food prices have soared over the past year. Higher food costs can affect nutrition decisions and ultimately health. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

Inflation bites: How rising food costs affect nutrition and health

Rapid increases in food prices due to inflation mean many Canadians may be making different food choices. Here are the possible short- and long-term effects of that, and some ways to save money.

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