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The Dietary Guidelines for Americans can be adapted for vegetarians and vegans.

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Researchers Aim to Stack the Deck Against Peanut Pathogens

ARS is working to develop disease-resistant peanut plants and reduce the amount of chemical pesticides used.…

Project Reveals Light May Alter Fungal Growth

ARS research shows different wavelengths may alter pathogenicity of wheat blotch.

Researchers Uncover 33 New Species of Toxic Fungi

Discovery of new toxin-producing fungi opens the door to combat major scourge of world’s food supply.

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A Healthy Gut Can Increase Muscle Strength in the Elderly

Research suggests a role between the gut microbiome and maintenance of muscle strength with advancing age.

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Arresting Public Enemy Number One

ARS scientists are interested in how different foods and dietary patterns can improve health.

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New Breakfast Cereal Made With ARS Wheat

The main ingredient in a new breakfast cereal is new soft white spring wheat developed by ARS.

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