Nutrition & You (4th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134167541
Author: Joan Salge Blake
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 12, Problem 9TF
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To examine: Whether the statement “All organic foods certified by the USDA are 100 % pesticide free” is true or false.
Introduction: Organic foods are free of chemical-based pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, irradiation, and bioengineering. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is an organization that ensures that the plants are safe to grow. It monitors the agriculture and food production, and ensures an accurate label on meat, poultry, and eggs.
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