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Bisphenol A, also referred to as BPA, is an industrial chemical used in the manufacture of polycarbonate plastic or epoxy resins. BPA has received considerable media attention in recent years, with much coverage following the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)’s January 2010 statement regarding its progress evaluating the safety of BPA.
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This publication addresses the common misperception
that caffeine causes dehydration and provides an overall
guide to how all liquids, including milk, fruit juices, sports drinks, watery foods, and even beverages such as soft
drinks, coffee and tea can play a role in meeting individual
hydration needs.
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With obesity rates among Americans at an all-time high, many people may think they have to give up sweets in order to lose weight. But there’s good news if you love sweets: Low-calorie sweeteners offer a way to reduce calories in sweet foods and beverages, which may help you lose or maintain your weight. They also offer a way for people with diabetes to decrease their carbohydrate intake.
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The International Food Information Council (IFIC) and the International Life Sciences Institute (ILIS), North America have developed a Commission on Dietetic Registration-approved continuing professional education (CPE) self-study module, "From Science to Communication: Understanding Fructose, HFCS, and Sugars."
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