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Tips for a Healthy, Cancer-Free BBQ

It’s summertime, and that means cookouts and barbecues. But that also means an increase in cancer risk — both from the act of cooking food on the fire and from the processed, red meats that commonly make their way onto the grill. So the experts at the MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston have come up with five simple tips to help lower your risk.

Are Hot Dogs Better For You Than Roasted Chicken?

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Given the choice between a hot dog and a rotisserie chicken, any self-respecting health-conscious eater would choose the chicken. But according to a new study in the excellently named journal Meat Science, the chicken would be the riskier option, at least when it comes to cancer-causing agents.

Football Pitfall: Stadium Kitchens that Violate Health Codes

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Football season starts today. How can you show team spirit while staying healthy?