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Survey Shows Gains in Food-Label Use, Health/Diet Awareness

More U.S. consumers are reading the food labels.

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Controlling Cholesterol with Statins

When diet and exercise aren't enough, doctors often prescribe statins.

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Recall of Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein

One company's supply of a common flavor enhancer has been contaminated with Salmonella.

 
 
Consumer Updates

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