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RDs: Worst Nutrition Advice on Facebook

A new article in Men’s Health focuses on bad nutritional advice commonly found on Facebook and asks registered dietitians to weigh in on some of the worst. Making this list: Advising…

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Beneficial Dietary Choices Before and During Pregnancy

Bloomberg News ran a recent article concerning pregnancy and the maternal diet. This article primarily focused on controversy surrounding what foods to avoid or eat in moderation when pregnant,…

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New Study Estimates Millions Could Live Longer with Higher Produce Consumption

A new peer-reviewed study published in the International Journal of Epidemiology found that if we consumed diets higher in fruits and veggies, an estimated 5.6 and 7.8 million premature deaths…

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New CDC Report on Produce Consumption: Still Only 1 in 10 Eat Enough

According to a new study issued by the Centers for Disease Control, consumption of fruits and vegetables continues to be stagnant with only one in 10 Americans eating enough on a daily basis….

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FDA Report Findings Complement USDA PDP, State Sampling Results

Last week the Federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released 2015 sampling data results which found 98% of the foods sampled had pesticide residue levels below tolerances established by the…

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“Fertility Foods Cookbook” Emphasizes Fruit and Veggie Health Benefits

We continually hear about the health benefits of eating more fruits and veggies every day for better health and a longer life. And, now another new book by registered dietitians released…

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Another Study Shows Cognitive Benefits for Children Eating Fruits and Veggies

A recent peer reviewed study published in the journal Appetite found that children who ate more fruits and veggies scored much higher in multiple areas on standardized academic tests. In…

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Facts, Not Fears, Tour Provides Firsthand View of Farmers’ Commitment to Produce Safety

Like many things, the best way to fully understand a farmer’s commitment to food safety is to see it firsthand. This is why the Alliance for Food and Farming (AFF) hosted its first…

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Use AFF’s Food Safety Guide During National Farmers’ Market Week

It’s National Farmers’ Market Week so now is a great time to visit your local market and load up on fruits and veggies. But, make sure to take along the Alliance for Food and Farming…

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Editorial Addresses Food Deserts and Food Fears

A recent editorial in Our Weekly, Los Angeles accurately clarified public health concerns about the accessibility of fruits and vegetables in food deserts. As debate continues about our…

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