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13 September 2007

Peanut Butter Can Save the World

See how just a little peanut butter has helped curb malnutrition in
Africa http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/news/ng.asp?n=79736&m=1NIU913&c=jzmhfgsqdpibpkm

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I'm a science and health writer based in the Gilbert, Ariz., specializing in topics such as biology, health, food science, nutrition, and medicine. My background is in science communications with a master's of science degree in human nutrition and a bachelor's of arts degree in English. I've written for a variety of publications including Scientific American, the American Society for Nutrition, and the Institute of Food Technologists. I'm an active member of several respected organizations including the National Association of Science Writers and the American Association for the Advancement of Science. I'm also interested in wildlife conservation and am a member of the National Audubon Society and the American Society of Naturalists.
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