Hemp, a strain of the Cannabis sativa plant, has a long history in the United States—much longer than the current craze for cannabidiol (CBD) products. In fact,…
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Food Allergen Labeling: Helpful Hints To Manage “May Contain” Labeling Risks
Last week was Food Allergy Awareness Week, and we’re bringing attention to this growing public health concern. Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE) estimates that 32 million Americans are affected by food allergies and that…
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What Is the Mediterranean Diet?
Highlights The Mediterranean diet refers to a way of eating that focuses on the traditional foods eaten in the countries that surround the Mediterranean Sea. The Mediterranean diet is associated with cultures that emphasize health through more than just food—that also stress physical…
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The U.S. Food Supply Amid COVID-19
Amid the new normal of social distancing, video–call family reunions, and limited trips outside our homes, it seems that people are cooking more than usual. This may be the reason flour…
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Consumer Survey: Climate Change and Food Production
Download the full report. When many of us hear the term climate change, we think about changes in the weather and how human activity impacts our environment….
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Consumer Survey: COVID-19’s Impact on Food Purchasing, Eating Behaviors and Perceptions of Food Safety
Download the full report. It’s been just over one month since the World Health Organization declared COVID-19, also known as the novel coronavirus, a global pandemic. And we continue to feel its…
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When It Comes to Immune Health, Does What We Eat Matter?
There may be no more important part of our body than our immune system. Through its nonstop work to prevent and limit the effects of harmful pathogens like bacteria and viruses, we’re able to maintain our…
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Potassium Fact Sheet
Download the Potassium Fact Sheet here Potassium is a nutrient that is essential for health at the most basic level – it keeps the body’s cells functioning…
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Your COVID-19 Resource for Food Safety and Nutrition
We’ve rounded up all of our COVID-19 resources on food production, food safety and nutrition, all in one spot: Consumer Survey: A Second Look at COVID-19’s Impact…
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