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What is Organic?
August 16, 2010
The term “organic” refers to two separate criteria applied to a product during its production: firstly, the amount of chemicals released into the environment and secondly, the types of resources used. Labeling requirements for agricultural products are based on a percentage of organic ingredients in a given product.
The Dilemma of Food Additives
April 21, 2010
Natural or artificial additives are added to perishable and semi-perishable foods to increase shelf life and enhance appearance and taste.
Environmental Toxins
April 21, 2010
Environmental toxins are chemicals and other substances that accumulate in the human body due to industry emissions, processed foods, impure water, and various other sources, which can cause illness.
Could Gluten Be Bad For You?
February 10, 2010
Gluten is a protein found in wheat and numerous other grains. When some people consume foods that contain gluten, they experience gastrointestinal symptoms that may include bloating, diarrhea, constipation, alternating diarrhea/constipation, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Other people have no GI symptoms at all.
Trans Fats: A Good Idea Gone Bad
February 10, 2010
Trans fats can be found in prepackaged baked goods, peanut butter, fast food restaurant items, fried foods, margarine, microwave popcorn, and numerous others products. The FDA has required that trans fats be listed on all nutrition labels (excluding fast food items) as of January 1, 2006. There is still a problem.
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