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05/16/2019
Food:
Canada’s Food Guide Updated
The release of Canada’s new Food Guide is exciting. The previous Food Guide had been released in 2007 and was in need of...
Food
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04/16/2019
Science:
Is it Safe to Eat Easter Eggs?
Yes! Easter eggs (aka hard-boiled eggs) can be a delicious snack – but it is important to follow food safety guidelines....
Science
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03/29/2019
Food:
What Are Different Types of Protein?
Protein – we’re told that we need it to build muscle, provide energy and fill our stomachs. But, what role does protein...
Food
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03/29/2019
Food:
All About Cooking Oils
Cooking oil is a staple in many of our cupboards and diets, and different oils can provide unique flavors, smells and textures...
Food
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03/19/2019
Food:
Can Tacos Be Good For You?
If we had it our way, here at Best Food Facts, we’d live every day like it’s Taco Tuesday. But when it comes to consuming...
Food
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02/13/2019
Food:
Keep Omega-6 and Omega-3 in Balance
The importance of eating omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids has gained some traction in the last couple of years. We now know...
Food
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01/17/2019
Food:
Can Your Diet Affect the Planet?
A new report takes a look at how eating patterns can impact the environment. The report was published in The Lancet in conjunction...
Food
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12/18/2018
Food:
Sweet Potato vs. White Potato
Sweet potatoes are a staple at holiday dinners and regular or white potatoes are enjoyed year-round. To learn more about...
Food
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12/10/2018
Food:
Sending Cookies as Gifts? Tips to Help Them Last
It’s the season for sending gifts and packages to loved ones near and far; some will include gifts that were carefully...
Food
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12/04/2018
Food:
Restaurant Menus Now Include Calorie Counts
If you’ve eaten at a restaurant in the last few months, you have likely noticed something new on the menu. In May, the...
Food
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12/01/2018
Food:
Food Expiration Dates – What Do They Mean?
With all of the discussion about food waste online, we reached out to registered dietitian and author of the Sound Bites...
Food
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11/16/2018
Food:
Got Thanksgiving Leftovers? Keep Them Safe.
What’s your favorite Thanksgiving food? Cast your vote in the poll below! One of our favorite things about the big meal...
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