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Study questions eco-benefit of vegetarian diet; we question study
French researchers say diets heavy on fruits and vegetables might not be so great for the planet, but they make some strange assumptions.
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New Zealand woman dies from drinking more than two gallons of Coke a day
The 30-year-old died of cardiac arrhythmia.
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2013 will be a banner year for farm profits, according to analysis that ignores the drought
If the weather in the U.S. were normal relative to the past, 2013 would be the most profitable year since 1973, says the USDA.
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This tea is made especially for airplanes
It is crazy how airlines will just do anything to make your flying experience better! Oh wait, this is the only thing.
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The budget turmoil may mean no meat inspectors — and no meat
This is likely just an empty threat from the president, but it's a good one.
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Horse-meat scandal is now mafia-linked horse-and-donkey-meat scandal
Some of the horse meat might actually be donkey meat. And international organized crime groups might be to blame.
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Can USDA’s climate reality message take root with denialist farmers?
A USDA report predicts tough times ahead for U.S. agriculture. Meanwhile, many farmers don't see climate change as a problem.
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Rahm Emanuel to Chicago: Eat your f^%$ing veggies!
If Mayor Rahm Emanuel has his way, his new Recipe for Healthy Places will put locally grown fruits and vegetables within reach for all Chicago's residents.
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Revolutionary new grilled cheese sandwich replaces bread with more cheese
Bread is for assholes. Commit to the cheese experience and make yourself a sandwich that is cheese grilled between two slices of cheese.
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The USDA is gearing up to steal candy from babies
The Department of Agriculture plans to crack down on greasy 'n' sweet snacks sold in school vending machines and lunch lines.