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When you think of food additives, you may think of sugary foods that come in wild colors not found in nature. But there is a lot more to additives than that-from preservatives that keep food fresh longer to the artificial flavorings you love. Where do they come from? Are they safe? This book has the inside story on additives of all kinds. The media is full of advice about what foods to eat and what to avoid. Unfortunately, the advice is constantly...
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Fat has long been treated as the supervillain of the dinner table, but the reality is more complex. Yes, some types of fat can cause serious health problems, but other types of fat are a big part of a healthy diet. This book takes a look at the benefits of the fats we need, as well as the consequences of the ones we don't. The media is full of advice about what foods to eat and what to avoid. Unfortunately, the advice is constantly changing and often...
3) Food Safety
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Unless you grew it yourself, the food you eat has traveled to reach your dinner table, often from a farm to a factory to a store. And unfortunately, lots of things can go wrong along the way, affecting the quality of what you eat. This book investigates the journey from the farm to the fridge, and it provides information about what you can do to keep your food as safe as possible. The media is full of advice about what foods to eat and what to avoid....
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All kinds of foods, from breads to veggies to your favorite candy bars, have carbohydrates in them. But despite what you may have heard, carbs are not all bad. Athletes certainly know this, which is why they "carbo-load" before big games. This book explores starches and other carbs, helping you tell the good from the bad. The media is full of advice about what foods to eat and what to avoid. Unfortunately, the advice is constantly changing and often...
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Sugar had a huge impact on world history, and it continues to play a major role in our diets. But as tasty as it is, sugar can cause serious health problems. This book explains everything you need to know about the sweet stuff, from its chemistry and history to how it affects our bodies. Artificial sweeteners are also explored, to help you better understand what's in your food. The media is full of advice about what foods to eat and what to avoid....