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Are potatoes really not ‘human food’? We checked the history and science

Candi Frazier claims potatoes aren't natural human food — but solanine levels in modern potatoes are safe and humans have eaten them for over 10,000 years.

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Will reducing livestock really cause food shortages? Here's what the science says

Claims that downplay the environmental impact of animal agriculture are abundant on social media platforms.

Farmed animals will be likely negatively affected by the use of ai in industrialised animal agriculture systems, due to the increase in demand for efficiency and lowering of ethical standards.

How AI is changing the farm: a double-edged sword for animals

AI is being deployed in factory farming to boost efficiency — but advocates warn it may entrench intensive practices rather than improve animal welfare.

Raw minced beef and a raw egg yolk on a board representing the raw meat trend

Why the raw meat craze is dangerous. And why influencers won’t say it

Raw meat carries salmonella, E. coli, and listeria. Despite influencer claims, there is no credible evidence it offers benefits that outweigh these risks.

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