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Folic Acid Fortification Shouldn’t Be Forced
Irish researchers find vitamin levels in foods adequate for new moms, babies

Fresh-Meat Additives May Be Dangerous for Kidney Patients
High potassium and phosphate content is common, but labeling is not required, report states

Folic Acid Reduces Infant Heart Defects
Adding B vitamin to grain products cut congenital heart defects in newborns, researchers say

Acrylamide Doesn’t Raise Lung Cancer Risk
Controversial food byproduct even showed protection for women, study finds

School Lunches Too Fatty and Sugary, Critics Say
Assessment urges more veggies plus restrictions on unhealthy options

Study Finds High-Fructose Corn Syrup Contains Mercury
Half of batches tested positive, third of popular sweetened products showed traces

Food Phosphates Might Spur Lung Cancer
Accelerated growth of tumors seen in mouse study

Low Doses of Melamine Won’t Harm Kids’ Kidneys
Hong Kong researchers found most of those exposed to tainted products were OK

FDA Proposes Regulations for Genetically Engineered Animals
Producers must provide safety and efficacy data before market approval

Marinades Help Keep Grilled Meat Safe
Study found they reduce the amount of cancer-causing compounds

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