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Before you serve raw unpasteurized milk or sell it to others

Milk is a perishable food with high nutritional value and moisture content, which makes it conducive for spoilage and harmful microorganisms to thrive in. Pasteurization of milk is one of the key measures taken to protect the public from foodborne illness caused by harmful organisms in milk. During...
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Fruit isn't too much sugar

"Bananas are too high in sugar, right?" asked a class participant last week. A few years before, a class participant asked if her teenager could have two kiwifruit with breakfast. Wasn't that too much sugar? They're not the only ones who have asked. After years of teaching community classes, I...
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two women, one Hispanic, the other African American walking on a sidewalk carrying hand weights in the spring

Step Into Spring: Embracing Movement for a Healthier You

As the earth awakens from its winter rest, with longer days and warmer temperatures, spring offers the perfect opportunity to pause, reflect, and embrace renewal. Just as the world around us begins to bloom and grow, so too can we use this season to spark new beginnings within ourselves.This spring...
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Protecting Your Heart When You Have Diabetes

Heart Disease in AmericaHeart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, accounting for approximately 1 in 5 deaths annually. Heart disease is a general term that encompasses various conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels and includes conditions such as...
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Consider adding fish to your diet

Fish is a great source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals that can promote health. Fish contain choline, which has been found beneficial in brain development and function. Consider adding more fish to your diet, not forgetting the food safety practices below. Reduce food...
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