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Lisa is a producer and writer whose work includes documentaries, print/online feature writing, museum exhibitions, and educational multimedia. Over the past two decades her work has included a diversity of subject matter including natural history, cultural exploration, social and environmental issues, architecture, music, health and more. Her work as an museum content developer and multimedia producer has been featured at institutions such as the American Museum of Natural History, the National Building Museum, the Tech Museum and most recently, Papalote Museo del Niño in Mexico City. As a documentary producer/director she’s created films for channels including Discovery Networks, National Geographic, the Smithsonian Channel and others. She also served as the managing editor and series producer for QUEST, an award-winning PBS (KQED) multimedia science series. Lisa holds a B.A. in Architectural Studies from Tufts University and lives in the San Francisco Bay Area. Read more about Lisa at tangentproductions.com
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Rediscovering Sauerkraut as a Versatile Health Food
Sauerkraut, traditionally a hot dog topping, is now celebrated for its health benefits due to the 'good bugs' in fermented foods. Microbiologist Dr. Maria Marco from UC Davis explains the fermentation process and its health implications, noting that raw sauerkraut contains beneficial live bacteria. Brands like Sonoma Brinery, Bubbie’s of San Francisco, Cultured of Berkeley, and Farmhouse Culture offer raw sauerkraut, though most commercial sauerkraut is pasteurized, losing these benefits. Dave Ehreth of Sonoma Brinery shares culinary tips for incorporating sauerkraut into meals, emphasizing its health and taste benefits.
Bandaloop Dancers Soar and Swoop, KQED
Link to online portfolio samples: MUSEUM EXHIBITIONS
Link to online video portfolio: DOCUMENTARIES
Iced Tea: How To Get More Health Benefits From Your Brew
Tea offers numerous health benefits, including increased antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities, improved heart health, and potential fat burning. However, these benefits are often diminished in pre-bottled iced teas due to the loss of flavonoids over time and dilution. Freshly brewed tea retains the most health-promoting compounds. Nutrition scientist Dr. Jeffrey Blumberg emphasizes the importance of consuming freshly brewed tea to maximize health benefits. Brands like Snapple, Arizona, and Honest Tea have varying practices regarding flavonoid content testing, with some not testing at all. Brewing tea daily at home is recommended to ensure maximum health benefits.
Food Storage Tips: 9 Foods That Fare Better in the Fridge
The article provides practical advice on storing various foods to extend their shelf life, emphasizing refrigeration and freezing. It covers berries, nuts, whole grains, ground flax seeds, preservative-free dried fruits, whole wheat and other flours, nut butters, green onions, and apples. Expert recommendations from institutions like the University of California at Davis and the USDA are cited, along with tips from brands like Bob’s Red Mill and Frog Hollow Farms.
California Matters: Mark Bittman's Online Video Series Premieres with 'Take a Walk on the Wild (Edibles) Side'
Mark Bittman, a celebrated food writer and New York Times columnist, has extended his stay at the Berkeley Food Institute and launched a new online video series, California Matters. The series explores various food-related issues, featuring researchers, entrepreneurs, and educators from the University of California network. Episodes cover topics such as sustainable agriculture, the impact of pesticides on neonatal health, and ocean acidification's effect on oysters. Bittman aims to make complex food systems more understandable and accessible to the public. The series, while regionally focused, addresses issues relevant to viewers across America.
Fish: A Sausalito Eatery Dishing Up Simplicity and Sustainability
Fish, a restaurant in Sausalito, is renowned for its simple yet superb dining experience, emphasizing sustainability. Co-owners Kenny Belov and Bill Foss, dissatisfied with unsustainable trout farming practices, established TwoXSea and partnered with a Lassen County trout farm to produce vegetarian-fed trout, which became a staple on Fish's menu. They also run tests on vegetarian-raised tilapia and have created vegetarian diets for farmed fish to protect marine resources. Belov and Foss personally vet fishing vessels to ensure ethical sourcing, reflected in their menu offerings. Fish's commitment to sustainability extends to using local rock crabs and serving fish sticks made from fresh catch. Despite higher prices due to their sustainable practices, Fish aims to provide truth in advertising regarding their ingredients' sourcing.
1915 World’s Fair Put a Reborn San Francisco in the Spotlight
In 1915, just nine years after a devastating earthquake and fire, San Francisco hosted the Panama–Pacific International Exposition, a world's fair that showcased art, architecture, industry, commerce, culture, and entertainment. The event was a display of the city's recovery and attracted 19 million visitors.
Watch BANDALOOP Dancers Soar and Swoop on Marin Cliffs
BANDALOOP, an Oakland-based dance troupe known for combining modern choreography with rock-climbing technology, performed on the cliffs of Red Rock Beach near Stinson Beach, California. The troupe, which has performed on various vertical stages worldwide, aims to energize urban and natural spaces and challenge notions of dance. Artistic director Amelia Rudolph and dancer Roel Seeber executed a dance called 'Swing Duet' while tethered by harnesses and ropes, emphasizing the strength required and the sense of freedom and grandeur such performances evoke.
Savoring Seaweeds: What You Need to Know Before Diving In
Seaweed snacks, particularly nori, are gaining popularity in the U.S. due to their taste, low calorie count, and nutritional benefits, including high iodine content essential for thyroid health. While seaweeds offer potential health benefits such as cancer prevention and weight loss, it's important to consume them in moderation to avoid excessive iodine intake. The article also highlights the need to be cautious of heavy metal contamination in seaweeds and recommends looking for USDA certification to ensure safety.
Tapping Into Turmeric's Superfood Powers
Turmeric, a rhizome related to ginger, is celebrated for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, primarily due to the compound curcumin. Historically used in traditional Chinese and Indian medicine, recent studies have begun to validate its health benefits, including potential treatments for cancer, Alzheimer's, and diabetes. Dr. Ajay Goel from Baylor University emphasizes curcumin's role in combating inflammation, a common factor in many diseases. Despite its benefits, curcumin's low absorption rate in the body poses challenges, though certain extraction methods and combinations with black pepper can enhance its efficacy. Products like Numi’s Three Roots Turmeric Tea, Navitas Naturals' Turmeric Tamari Almonds, and Tumeric Alive drinks offer convenient ways to incorporate curcumin into diets. While generally safe, it's advisable to consult a doctor when combining curcumin with other medications.
Tapping Into Turmeric's Superfood Powers
The article discusses the health benefits of curcumin, a compound found in turmeric, which is a staple in Indian diets and is speculated to contribute to lower rates of certain cancers and Alzheimer's in India. The author, who does not regularly consume turmeric, explores the effectiveness of adding small amounts of curcumin to one's diet. The article highlights the challenges of curcumin absorption in the body and mentions studies that suggest certain extraction methods, like BCM-95, can increase bioavailability. It also notes that curcumin is particularly effective against colon cancer. The author mentions that curcumin consumption is generally safe with few side effects, unlike synthetic anti-inflammatory drugs, and can be taken in food, capsule, or tincture form. The article also explores various products available in the market, such as turmeric tea, almonds, and turmeric drinks, which can help increase curcumin intake.
Lessons from a Global Garden: Growing More Food with Less
The article discusses the sustainable farming method known as GROW BIOINTENSIVE, developed by John Jeavons, which aims to increase food yields using less land and water, and without chemical fertilizers. This method is taught by Ecology Action, a nonprofit organization in California. The technique builds on the organic farming methods pioneered by Alan Chadwick and is designed to help people globally meet their food needs while conserving resources. International trainees, including those from Sri Lanka, Mexico, and Kenya, participate in hands-on fieldwork and learning sessions to adapt these methods to their local conditions. The article also touches on the scalability of biointensive farming and the ongoing research to improve food security and resource management in agriculture. Trainees aim to take their knowledge back to their communities to promote sustainable farming practices.
The Built Green Expo: Blueprint for a Sustainable Future
The article discusses the rising trend of green building due to environmental concerns and high utility costs. It highlights the significant energy consumption by households and the availability of eco-friendly construction and living options. The Built Green Expo, Conference & Tour at Santa Barbara City College is featured, offering talks, workshops, and a tour of green homes to demonstrate sustainable building practices. Architects Michelle Kaufmann and John Picard are spotlighted for their contributions to sustainable architecture. Kaufmann's prefab homes and Picard's role in greening the White House and his involvement with the USGBC and the LEED certification program are discussed. The article also mentions the Barkitecture contest for sustainable doghouses and the upcoming Greensburg series on Discovery's Planet Green Channel.
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