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Keep your family food safe by following these tips.
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Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates the safety of food for humans and animals, including foods produced from genetically engineered (GE) plants, sometimes referred to as "genetically modified organisms" (GMOs). Find out more about the safety of GE plants, and how they are regulated here.
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has updated the Nutrition Facts label on packaged foods and beverages with a fresh design that will make it easier for you to make informed food choices that contribute to lifelong healthy eating habits.
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Calorie labeling on menus can help you make informed and healthful decisions about meals and snacks.
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We can all play a part in reaching the national food waste reduction goal – to reduce food waste by 50% by the year 2030. Start using these tips today to reduce food waste, save money, and protect the environment.
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Use the Nutrition Facts label to make informed decisions about sodium.
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FDA’s Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition developed “Everyday Food Safety” resources to increase food safety awareness among young adults ages 18 – 29. Check out the materials available to use in your classroom, health expo, waiting room, or website.
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Whether you are a home cook, a professional chef, or a recipe writer, there are some easy steps you can take to help keep your food safe all the way from the grocery store to the kitchen table.
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Read about saturated fat - what it is, where it is found, and how you can use the Nutrition Facts Label for reducing saturated fat in your diet.
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Read about monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats - what they are, where they are found, what they do, and how to use the Nutrition Facts Label to replace saturated fat with mono and polyunsaturated fats.
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Read about sodium - what it is, where it is found, and tips for reducing sodium in your diet.
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This article and short video provides healthy breakfast tips for kids.
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Read about protein - what it does, where it is found, and how to use the Nutrition Facts Label to monitor the protein in your diet.
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Read about Total Carbohydrates on the Nutrition Facts label.
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Learn about the functions that each vitamin and mineral performs in the body.
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Read about dietary fiber: what it is, where it is found, and how you can increase the amount of fiber in your diet.
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Many foods or beverages are flavored—but how can you tell where those flavors come from?
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Learn how the Nutrition Facts label can guide you in making healthy food choices as an older adult.
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has updated the Nutrition Facts label on packaged foods and beverages with a new design, making it easier to make informed choices towards healthy eating habits.
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Treatments for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) vary from patient to patient and include changes in diet, nutrition and exercise. Some patients require medications to manage their symptoms. Currently there are no medications that cure IBS.
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Know the proper food safety precautions to take before, during, and after a power outage.
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As you enjoy fresh produce, follow these safe handling tips to help protect yourself and your family.
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Learn how to select, cook, and store eggs to avoid contamination and complications with foodborne illness.
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Learn food safety techniques such as purchasing safe food, practicing safe handling while in the kitchen, and properly storing food and leftovers. Also available in PDF.
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Read about the steps you can take to preserve your food and water during storms.