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Trump victory overshadows Stein win and gains by NC Dems

While it certainly appears that a “red wave” washed over the United States on Nov. 5, that’s not exactly the case in North Carolina, where Democrats held onto critical Council of State offices and made solid gains where it really counts — in the General Assembly.

On the table: agriculture race more important than ever

North Carolina’s commissioner of agriculture is responsible for leading an agency that plays a vital role in one of the state’s most important economic sectors. With a record-setting $111 billion impact in 2023, the Tarheel state leads the nation in the production of eggs, poultry, sweet potatoes and tobacco and ranks second in Christmas trees, trout and turkey.

Ask Leah! The Ingles Dietitian

Partner content: On Vitamin/Mineral/Herbal Supplements

Have you been advised by your MD or PCP to take a vitamin or mineral or herbal supplement?

“Dietary supplements are not approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) before they reach the market.

Ask Leah! The Ingles Dietitian

Partner content: Cross-contact or Cross-contamination – What’s the Difference?

Cross-contamination is the term used when pathogens (bacteria, viruses, parasites) that may result in food borne illnesses (food poisoning) are transferred from:

1. a surface to another surface - e.g. using the same cutting board to prepare raw meat and cooked meat

Ask Leah! The Ingles Dietitian

Partner content: Sensationalism and Seed Oils

These days there’s a lot of negativity about “seed oils”. According to some of the social media “influencers”, seed oils are ones made from: canola, corn, cottonseed, soybeans, sunflower, safflower, grapeseed, flaxseed, and sesame seeds.

Trump victory overshadows Stein win and gains by NC Dems

On the table: agriculture race more important than ever

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