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The Dangers of Unpasteurized Milk
Although the nutritional benefits of milk and its products cannot be understated, drinking raw milk can have serious health repercussions. Pasteurized milk is heated at very high temperature and thus the pathogens, including bacteria, are killed in the process. Contrary to popular belief, the nutritional value of milk is not lowered as a result of…
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The Sequester Dreaded Effects on Food Safety
Plans by the government to cut federal spending have garnered varied opinions from people in different sectors nationally. The sequester is a series of automatic cuts to the federal budget, after the debt limit was raised in 2011, to cover the shortage of funds in the national budget. The cuts are expected to cut across…
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The Trend: Urban Agriculture
People are indeed becoming more conscious about the food they consume. With improved technology, the secrets that have been hidden behind the large food processing industries are being revealed continuously, forcing people to make drastic decisions in terms of their dietary habits. To add to that, the never-ending reports of food recalls or food-borne illnesses…
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Whey Proteins: The Flip Side
Although widely preferred by bodybuilders and athletes, the side effects of whey proteins should cause one to pause and reflect before opting to use them in order to increase muscle and body mass. Whey is a watery by-product of cheese full of globular proteins, so it is no wonder about the high energy levels associated…
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A Vegetarian-Themed Party
So, you have tried the vegetarian lifestyle and you like it. It was hard at first and the mere memory of a freshly grilled rib was overwhelming, but now you are reaping the full benefits of going green. You also want to show your friends how cool and exciting this choice has been and you…
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Before Popping That Can…
In the dead heat of the day, experienced when the sun is at its highest and in no mood to show mercy, reaching for a soda could be more mandatory than choice. Moreover, who can complain? The bottled or canned beverages do exactly what we need them to, which is to provide a moment of…
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Not so COOL…
The on-going trade strain in U.S./Canada and US/Mexico relations tightened after the new amendments to the COOL (Country of Origin Labeling) Law were published in the federal register on Monday. The amendment would require that it should be clearly stated in the origin designation, where each production step took place. Therefore, it is expected that…
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Prickly but Priceless
Life’s treasures are guarded and perhaps that may be the reason why nature made the stinging nettle so prickly. If all the benefits of this herb are considered, this stinging weed should be more highly regarded than it is in today’s society. A society which, it should not be forgotten is facing so many crises…
