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FDA extends comment period on trans fat rules
The agency says the extension is in response to multiple stakeholder requests.
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Type 2 diabetes may be mitigated with large breakfasts
Protein and fat in the morning may lead to long-term glycemic control in overweight individuals with type 2 diabetes, according to new research.
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European Commission submits proposal for cloned meat regulation
An earlier draft of cloned meat legislation was withdrawn in 2011 when parliament members were deadlocked with EU member states.
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Monster Beverage Corporation lawsuit dismissed by federal judge
The suit would have blocked an investigation into the company's marketing practices.
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FDA extends comment period for draft risk profile on pathogens and filth in spices
The new deadline will be March 4, 2014.
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Pregnant women and children should avoid raw milk, say pediatricians
A doctor's group says pregnant women who drink raw milk face a fivefold increased risk of toxoplasmosis.
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Raids of illegal French horse meat trading ring nets 21 arrests
Investigators say veterinarians, butchers and meat industry workers were among those arrested.
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House of Representatives passes stopgap dairy cliff legislation
The measure would extend current law until January 31, but is opposed by Senate Democrats.
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FDA announces phase out of antimicrobials in food production animals
The plan will engage veterinary oversight in determing appropriate therapeutic uses for the drugs.
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