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    Seeds

    Seeds are the embryo of a plant which is enclosed in a protective outer covering. Seeds for as part of the reproductive process in many plants. In addition, many seeds are edible and a common component of human caloric intake due to their use in foods like cereals, legumes, nuts, spices, cooking oils, and even beverages.

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    JAN 02, 2018
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    JAN 01, 2018
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    Written By: Loren DeVito
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    DEC 24, 2017
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    Plant Proteins Trump Animal Proteins When it Comes to Heart Health
    Instead of just adding more plant proteins to the diet, researchers suggest trading animal proteins for plant proteins. ...
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    DEC 14, 2017
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    Reducing Equipment Waste and Supporting Labs in Need
    Reducing Equipment Waste and Supporting Labs in Need
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    Written By: Julia Travers
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  • DEC 13, 2017
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    DEC 09, 2017
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    "Starting With Soil" App Teaches Kids About Growing Food
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    Written By: Julia Travers
    2
    DEC 05, 2017
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    On the Spot DNA Checks Fight Animal Trafficking
    LAB-IN-A-BOX portable DNA barcoding kit makes quick species identification possible within a few hours.
    Written By: Julia Travers
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  • NOV 28, 2017
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    What Your Scale Isn't Telling You About Holiday Weight Gain
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    NOV 23, 2017
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    DASH Diet Successfully Lowers Blood Pressure for People with Hypertension
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    NOV 09, 2017
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    This Giant Red Star Could Teach Us More About Our Sun's Future
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    OCT 17, 2017
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    OCT 10, 2017
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    Durian Fruit Genome Reveals Clues to Famous Smell
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