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March 22, 2026

A2 Milk

A2 milk comes from cows that produce only the A2 beta-casein protein — and for many people, it's the difference between tolerating dairy and not.

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March 22, 2026

Raw Milk

Raw milk is unpasteurized, unprocessed milk straight from the cow — and it's one of the most controversial and sought-after products in the local food movement.

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March 22, 2026

What Does 'Antibiotic-Free' Mean?

Antibiotic-free on a meat or poultry label means the animal was raised without any antibiotic drugs — but the label isn't always what it seems. Here's what it actually means, what it doesn't, and which labels to trust.

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March 22, 2026

What Does 'Hormone-Free' Mean?

Hormone-free claims on meat labels are common but often misleading. Federal rules already ban hormones in pork and poultry. For beef, the distinction is real — but the label needs context to be meaningful.

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