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Politics of the Plate: A Cool, Refreshing Sip of Plastic

A new study shows that exposure to bisphenol A (a compound used in making hard plastic food containers) causes hormonal changes in mammals after birth, not just in the womb.
Barry Estabrook
02.23.09
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barry estabrook,
politics of the plate,
health + science,
industry
food politics

Politics of the Plate: A Ban to Dye For

Artificial food colorings are so ubiquitous that they’re nearly impossible to avoid, but legislators in Maryland are pushing to change that.
Barry Estabrook
02.17.09
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barry estabrook,
politics of the plate,
health + science,
nutrition/diet,
kids
food politics

Oscars® Honor a Community Garden

The Academy Awards nominate a documentary film that looks at the tragedy of a once-verdant plot in South Central L.A.
Margy Rochlin
02.13.09
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margy rochlin,
health + science,
film,
los angeles,
nutrition/diet
food politics

Politics of the Plate: Secrets of the Stinking Rose

When it comes to garlic, the smellier the better: The compound responsible for its pungent odor is linked to its health benefits.
Barry Estabrook
02.11.09
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barry estabrook,
politics of the plate,
health + science,
nutrition/diet,
ingredients
food politics

Politics of the Plate: Performance-Enhancing Drumsticks

A steroid used in raising chickens can cause athletes to register false positives on drug tests. So maybe A-Rod just needs to lay off the wings?
Barry Estabrook
02.10.09
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barry estabrook,
politics of the plate,
health + science,
nutrition/diet,
poultry
food politics

Politics of the Plate: High-Mercury Corn Syrup

If you didn’t already avoid high-fructose corn syrup, here’s a good reason to start: Scientists have found mercury in the sweetener.
Barry Estabrook
01.30.09
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barry estabrook,
politics of the plate,
health + science,
nutrition/diet,
ingredients
food politics

The Kid’s Menu: How to Avoid Baby Formula

The world seems to start pushing formula on mothers at the moment of conception. But what if you just want your baby to drink breast milk?
Lesley Porcelli
01.27.09
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lesley porcelli,
health + science,
nutrition/diet,
the kid's menu,
dairy
food politics

Politics of the Plate: A Side Order of PCBs

New research suggests that a ban on two powerful toxins has dramatically reduced chemical contamination in freshwater fish.
Barry Estabrook
01.16.09
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barry estabrook,
politics of the plate,
health + science,
seafood
food politics

Politics of the Plate: Fighting for Food Safety

Another case of Salmonella-tainted peanut butter, and a surprising new way to detect pathogens in food.
Barry Estabrook
01.15.09
Keywords
barry estabrook,
politics of the plate,
health + science,
recalls,
industry
food + cooking

2009 Food + Travel Predictions

Our editors and international correspondents predict what will be on our plates, in our cups, and on our agendas this year.
12.18.08
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culinary culture,
chefs,
travel,
health + science,
food politics