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GMOs and Human Health BestFoodFacts.org

WebThose foods are dairy, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, wheat, soybeans, and peanuts. All GMO foods undergo food safety testing that focuses on the source of the …

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Health Claims on Labels: Can They Be Trusted

WebHealth claims on food labels are regulated by the federal government. The claims must be verified by scientific data. The statements are optional, so food may have …

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Is Real Cane Sugar Healthier Than Other Sweeteners

WebHigher intake of added sugars is associated with higher energy intake and lower diet quality, which can increase the risk for obesity, prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, …

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True or Not: Organic food is better for your health than …

WebFor optimal health, consumers should continue to eat a balanced diet regardless of whether the food is produced by organic or by conventional practices. Carl …

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Can Protein Improve Immunity

WebWhile vegan diets have increased in popularity over the last decade, Gregg said incorporating protein from a variety of sources, plant and animal, can aid in optimal …

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Is Eating At Home Healthier Than Dining Out

WebThe answer is…. It all depends on you, the consumer! Both Dr. Bergman and Judy Barbe agree that this question can’t be answered with a simple yes or no. Dr. …

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Vitamins: Are You Getting Enough

WebDr. Clemens: “The number of health-related issues with vitamin deficiency (and even insufficiency) is vast. For example, one of the initial injections administered to …

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Health and How-Tos of Homegrown Tomatoes BestFoodFacts.org

WebIf possible, select a site where tomatoes have not been grown for 2-3 years.Tthis reduces carry-over of disease. Plant them in a loamy soil with plenty of (dark) …

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What is Personalized Nutrition

WebA final word of encouragement from Gregg: “A nutrition plan can help provide flexible structure to someone’s eating while providing nutrition education in a way to set a …

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What's Good About Gluten BestFoodFacts.org

WebDr. Duncan: Gluten is a general name for the proteins found in grains including all forms of wheat (e.g. bulgur, durum, semolina, spelt, farro), barley, rye and …

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Are Hormones in Milk and Meat Making Kids Bigger

WebIn 1994, the FDA approved the synthetic compound named “bovine somatotropin” (rbST where “r” means synthetically produced) or bGH (bovine growth …

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Chicken: Keeping it healthy BestFoodFacts.org

WebThe white meat (chicken breast) has slightly less cholesterol than the dark meat (legs and wings). It is definitely lower in saturated fats. In general, poultry is a heart …

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Is Non-Organic Food Full of Chemicals

WebThe reports show that these limits are almost never exceeded for food (the program surveys food taken from grocery stores all around the country – it is a huge …

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Carol Johnston, PhD, RD

WebProfessor and Associate Director of the Nutrition Program in the School of Nutrition and Health Promotion at Arizona State University. Get More Info. Articles By Carol. …

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Should You Drink Milk After a Workout

WebDr. Roy: “Milk is also a very good source of protein. Consuming protein following exercise is important to optimize your body’s response to the exercise. The …

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Nitrates in Processed Meats: What’s the Risk

WebDr. MacDonald: “The amount of nitrates added to cured meats is magnitudes less the amounts of nitrates we consume in plant foods. The acceptable daily intake of nitrate is …

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Is Shrimp Safe to Eat

WebShrimp is America’s favorite seafood, regardless of how it’s prepared. In the United States, each American eats roughly four pounds of shrimp annually! But is it …

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Bread and Beer Are Good for Your Gut BestFoodFacts.org

WebIndeed, fermented foods, like whole grain bread, yogurt, miso, red wine, and kimchi should be a considered as an important component of a healthy diet. …

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Sustainability: Are GMOs Good or Bad

WebGMOs and biotechnology have both benefits and tradeoffs. The benefits are that GMOs can help plants or animals grow more efficiently, which means more food …

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TBHQ: What is it and is it dangerous

WebOxidation causes food to lose flavor quality, color and can even cause foods to become toxic. In addition, oxidation causes vitamins to break down, causing food to …

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What’s the Difference Between Cage-Free and Regular Eggs

WebCage-free eggs usually cost more at the store for the simple reason they are more expensive to produce. Special sales and marketing promotions sometimes make …

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Food Facts: What is Kernza

WebKernza is a perennial that lives for several years. Wheat, in comparison, is an annual crop that farmers typically plant in the fall. It is harvested in the summer when the …

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