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Health alert:scientists are playing with your food

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An overview is presented of genetically modified foods, which account for more than 60% of food eaten. The FDA does not demand that food labels list the ingredients in food which have been genetically modified, but this is argued against by advocates of food safety.

Author: Benjamin, Caren
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 2000
Standards, Food industry, Food, Ethical aspects, Genetic engineering, Composition, United States. Food and Drug Administration

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Want of be smarter, longer?

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The importance of regularly exercising the brain in order to enhance and preserve brain function is discussed. Exercises suggested include wearing a watch upside down, using a mirror to read a book, jigsaws and jogging.

Author: Benjamin, Caren
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 2000
Methods, Brain, Mental efficiency

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Want to see your unborn baby in 3-D?

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Developments in ultrasound technology means that pregnant women can get a colour, three-dimensional picture of their baby. The machinery can detect genetic or physical abnormalities that would normally be hard to spot.

Author: Houppert, Karen
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Self
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0149-0699
Year: 2000
Product development, Equipment and supplies, Three-dimensional display systems, Three dimensional displays, Prenatal care, Ultrasonic equipment

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