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Acu-Cell: Chocolate
Takes a critical look at "Chocolate-Is-Good-For-You" campaigns and dispels some of the health benefit myths.
http://www.acu-cell.com/choc.html
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Additives
Food additives guide along with a section called "recipes" where listed are the additives found in every day foods.
http://www.foodag.com/
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Bottled Water Web
Includes forum, FAQs, glossary, resources, articles, regulations, new products and statistics.
http://www.bottledwaterweb.com/
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Calcium
Fact sheet explaining which foods are a good source of this mineral used for building bones and teeth, and in maintaining bone strength. From University of Ohio Extension (United States).
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5557.html
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California Cling Peaches
Nutrition information, fruit tips, recipes, industry facts, orchard history, and links for consumers, school and foodservice, kids, and dietitians. Includes newsletters, art, and educational information.
http://www.calclingpeach.com
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ChooseMargarine.com
Offers nutritional information and comparisons of margarine and butter.
http://www.choosemargarine.com
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Consumer Freedom
Satirical site run by coalition of restaurant and tavern operators objecting to effect that environmentalists, animal rights activitists, and health food activists have on food selection and presentation in restaurants and taverns.
http://www.ConsumerFreedom.com/
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Consumer Guide to Purchasing Saffron
Guide to help cooks, chefs and consumers become familiar with saffron. Includes glossary, purchasing tips, and recipes.
http://saffron.com/cons_guide.html
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CSPI - Center for Science in the Public Interest
The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) is a nonprofit education and advocacy organization that focuses on improving the safety and nutritional quality of our food supply.
http://www.cspinet.org/
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Cupboard Storage
Ohio State University Extension fact sheet with basic information provided to increase your food storage "know how".
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5401.html
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Dairy Food Safety
Directory of resources on the subject.
http://www.vmtrc.ucdavis.edu/dfs/dfs.html
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FDA/CFSAN Consumer Advice
Information available to the public about food safety and food products.
http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~lrd/advice.html
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Fed up with Food Additives
Provides information about the effects of food on behaviour, health and learning in both children and adults and offers support for families using the low chemical elimination diet - free of additives, low in salicylates, amines and flavour enhancers (FAILSAFE). Includes newsletters, articles, fact sheets, recipes and support groups.
http://www.fedupwithfoodadditives.info/
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Folate (Folacin, Folic Acid)
This fact sheet from Ohio State University Extension contains information to help you select foods that provide adequate daily amounts of folic acid.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5553.html
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Food additives
Includes list of E-numbers, categorized by name, by number and by adverse effect. [Hungarian and English]
http://topcat.iit.bme.hu/~joker/eec/index_eng.html
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Food and Drink Federation
Body representing the UK food and drink manufacturing industry. FDF works with government, NGOs and consumers to develop industry positions on issues and renew confidence in the food chain.
http://www.fdf.org.uk
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Food Information (multilingual)
Information on food production, food safety, additives, ingredients and other topics. With extensive FAQ (over 300 questions). In 12 languages, by 2005 in all European languages.
http://www.food-info.net
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Food Safety And Inspection Service Recall Information Center
Recalls are voluntary actions carried out by industry in cooperation with Federal and State agencies. Products are recalled when found to be contaminated, adulterated, or misbranded. Site lists active and archived cases from both US Federal and state agencies.
http://www.fsis.usda.gov/Fsis_Recalls/
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Food Safety Project
Provides information on food safety and quality. From Iowa State University Extension.
http://www.extension.iastate.edu/foodsafety/
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Food Safety Today
Summaries of news stories, publications and free fact sheets. [Requires subscription for full access.]
http://www.foodsafetytoday.com/
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Food Safety.gov
Provides links to US Government information for consumers and producers, educational material, alerts, and reporting of illnesses and problems.
http://www.foodsafety.gov/
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Foodfitness
The Food and Drink Federation represents and promotes the interests of food and drink manufacturers. Healthy lifestyle tips, self assessment forms, and links to additional information and resources.
http://www.foodfitness.org.uk/
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Foodlink
Food safety guide includes causes of food poisoning, good kitchen and personal hygiene, and proper food storage and handling.
http://www.foodlink.org.uk/
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FoodRoutes - Where does your food come from?
Discusses advantages of buying from local sources and community level map.
http://www.foodroutes.org
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Go South for Quality Produce from the U.S.
Consumer, grower and shipper information from the Southern United States Trade Association (SUSTA). Recipes and produce nutrition, storage and quick tips.
http://www.gosouthproduce.com
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Greenline -The Summertime Rules
In the summertime foods can quickly reach the "danger zone." This fact sheet will provide you with tips to help prevent this from happening. From University of Illinois Extension.
http://www.urbanext.uiuc.edu/greenline/97v2/gl9705.11.html
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HealthCastle.com
Offers nutrition tips, book recommendations, and a vitamin and mineral guide. Discussion forum with questions answered by dietitians online.
http://www.healthcastle.com/
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I Ate A Pie
Blog that reviews diet food i.e. anything 'light', reduced fat, fat free, sugar free, low carb etc.
http://www.iateapie.net
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Just Say Yes to Fruits and Vegetables
Dedicated to improving the health and nutritional status of food stamp populations in New York State. Offers consumer purchasing information, food safety and preparation tips, recipes, and event calendar.
http://www.jsyfruitveggies.org/
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Life in the Fast Food Lane
Fact sheet from Ohio State University Extension, on fast foods and how to make wise choices for healthier eating.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5555.html
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Magnesium
This fact sheet explains the role of magnesium in the body, and which foods we should eat to get an adequate daily amount.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5558.html
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MouthShut.com
India consumer exchange contains reviews and tips on food, beverages, and restaurants.
http://www.mouthshut.com/fooddrinks/index.html
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National Directory of Fruit Stands and Farmers' Markets
Directory of fruit stands and farmers' markets across the US. Includes addresses, e-mail, and hours of operation.
http://www.fruitstands.com/
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National Food Safety Database
Directory of factsheets and other resources on food safety and nutrition.
http://foodsafety.ifas.ufl.edu/indexNFSDB.htm
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National Leafy Greens Council
Provides market, nutritional, and educational information to consumers, produce growers, and produce buyers. Includes FAQ, lesson plans, and recipes.
http://www.leafy-greens.org/
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Seasoned Cooking: Cyber Food
Review article about various places on the web to find food and cooking information.
http://www.seasoned.com/issues/199808/f.cf.p1.html
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Seasoned Cooking: Food on the Web
A review of SOAR, the Searchable Online Archive of Recipes.
http://www.seasoned.com/issues/200004/f.fw.p1.html
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Seasoned Cooking: FoodGeeks.com
Review of the food and cooking site, FoodGeeks.com.
http://www.seasoned.com/issues/200009/f.fw.p1.html
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Seasoned Cooking: Home Cooking
A review of the About.com site for the site also called Home Cooking.
http://www.seasoned.com/issues/200006/f.fw.p1.html
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Selecting a Fresh Pineapple
A guide to which pineapples to select, and tips to know when they are ready.
http://agrss.sherman.hawaii.edu/pineapple/pineripe.htm
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Shigella: An Infectious Foodborne Illness
Fact sheet from Ohio State University Extension about this germ which causes an infectious disease.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5563.html
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SoyProducts.com
Provides information on soy products and the companies that sell them.
http://www.soyproducts.com/
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Supermarket Savvy
Learn to shop for health in the virtual supermarket of over 1000 healthy retail foods. Contains food reviews, tip sheets, health professional newsletter, and educational resources.
http://www.supermarketsavvy.com
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The BevNET's World Famous Beverage Reviews
Over one thousand products reviewed, even discontinued ones.
http://www.bevnet.com/reviews/
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The Food Domain: A Comprehensive Resource
Directory of factsheets and resources from Michigan State University.
http://www.fooddomain.msu.edu/consumerinfo.htm
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency: Pesticides and Food
Describes the types used, prescribed limits, risks to health, and regulatory framework.
http://www.epa.gov/pesticides/food/
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UK Food Guide
Information on all types of additives and E numbers used in both the manufacture and preservation of foodstuffs, chemicals used to grow food, and the effects that these substances have upon people and their environment.
http://www.ukfoodguide.net
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Vitamin A
Ohio State University Extension fact sheet explaining the role of this vitamin and which foods are a good source for it.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5551.html
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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Explains which foods contain ascorbic acid, how to get enough in our diet, and how to prepare foods to retain their vitamin C contents. From Ohio State University Extension (United States).
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5552.html
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Vitamin E
Ohio State University Extension fact sheet bout this fat-soluble vitamin, explains which foods will help you meet your daily requirement, and the effects it has on the body.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5554.html
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What You Need to Know About Mercury in Fish and Shellfish
United States Food and Drug Administration advisory. Contains links to additional information including a table showing mercury levels in commercial fish and shellfish.
http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/admehg3.html
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WHO - ECR: Food safety
The World Health Organisation (WHO) Food Safety Programme gives links to their programs on, food safety, food legislation, Codex Alimentarius (HACCP) Systems, surveillance of foodborne disease, Global Environmental Monitoring System, and, Emerging and other Communicable Diseases Surveillance
http://www.euro.who.int/foodsafety
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