Food Production & Health
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- Q How can I afford to eat organic foods?
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Cheryl Tallman, Nutrition & DieteticsGoing organic can be a pricey proposition. If your family is like most, your budget cannot afford 100% organic, so why not consider buying organic for some foods. Here is some simple advice on prioritizing your organic food purchases: - Eat... Full Answer
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- Q Should I eat rapidly growing, genetically modified salmon?
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Dr. Michael Roizen, Internal MedicineWe’re not big fans of pout fish because they are bottom eaters. This increases mercury risk and they tend to eat soy or cornmeal. It is also unclear whether the fat that is healthy now will be equivalent in the genetically modified fish. Full Answer
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- Q What are the 5 foods that are most important to buy organic?
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Kate Geagan, Nutrition & DieteticsWatch as Nutritionist Kate Geagan explains which five foods are most important to buy organic with regard to both nutrition and budget. Full Answer
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- Q What is the nutritional value of turkey?
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Dr. Michael T Murray, Naturopathic MedicineTurkey is a very good source of protein, providing 65 percent of the daily value (DV) in one 4 oz. portion. Along with protein, turkey is a very good source of selenium, niacin, and vitamin B6 and a good source of zinc and vitamin B12. Almost all of the... Full Answer
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- Q What should I know before I try organic food?
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There is currently a lack of safety information on organic food conclusively due to insufficient human study. Organic food is generally assumed to be at least as safe as conventional foods. In the United States, the Department of Agriculture is... Full Answer
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- Q Which organic packaged foods should I buy?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyEating organic versions of packaged foods like ketchup and peanut butter can be much better for you.Watch Dr. Oz in this video to find out what other organic packaged foods you should buy. Full Answer
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- Q What should I know before I try food additives?
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Individuals with restricted diets (such as diabetics or vegetarians) should consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before making any significant changes in their diet. Parents should consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before... Full Answer
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- Q What are the drawbacks of food additives?
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Most of the evidence supporting the existence of intolerance to most commonly used food additives is anecdotal. Food additive opponents suggest that chemicals on the FDA's GRAS list should be further evaluated for potential safety problems. Large scale... Full Answer
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- Q What are food additives?
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Dr. Michael T Murray, Naturopathic MedicineFood additives are used either to prevent foods from spoiling or to enhance their flavor; they include substances such as preservatives, artificial colors, artificial flavorings, and acidifiers. Full Answer
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- Q Why should I choose organic strawberries?
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Dr. Leo Galland, Integrative MedicineOrganic strawberries have been shown to have higher levels of nutrition in the form of vitamin C than conventionally grown strawberries, due to a higher content of phenolic antioxidants. In a fascinating study on strawberry nutrition and farms,... Full Answer
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