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How Fast Food Works
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Unless you're in a particularly remote area, you can't go far in most developed countries without finding a fast-food restaurant. Learn how fast-food restaurants came to be and why they're so popular.
How Organic Food Works
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Organic food promises freedom from synthetic ingredients. Find out what organic food is, how organic farming works, what the pros and cons are, and why you should care.
Are Expired Foods Still Safe to Eat?
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Surprisingly, the date stamped on your unopened can of tuna doesn't really have much to do with how safe it is to eat. So what does it mean, and how can you decide whether to eat it or chuck it?
10 Pieces of Disaster Safety Advice You Should Ignore
There are certain steps you should take to protect yourself, your family and your home during a disaster. These are not those steps.
How the NASA Space Food Research Lab Works
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The NASA Space Food Research Lab develops all of the food used on NASA missions. Learn about the NASA Space Food Research Lab and space food.
How Organic Farming Works
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Consumers are becoming more and more knowledgeable about food safety and their health. As a result, organic farming has entered the agriculture mainstream. But what methods must be used, and how is organic farming certified?
What Happens If You Eat Moldy Bread?
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When it comes to eating certain questionable foods - like unrefrigerated potato salad - most of us know to stay far away. But what about moldy bread? If you cut the offending areas off, is it a risk worth taking or a ticking time bomb?
How Pasteurization Works
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Pasteurization is the process of removing harmful pathogens from various types of food. Learn about the process of pasteurization.
What Do Winemakers Do With Grape Waste?
Wine pomace - the portion of grapes left over from winemaking - has a variety of uses, from fertilizer to a nutrition-enhancing ingredient in foods.
How do I know if I'm eating cloned meat?
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Cloned meat can come from the offspring of cloned livestock. Learn how cloned meat gets to your table, and why some people don't want to eat cloned meat.