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What is Thiabendazole and Why Is It On My Fruit?

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What is Thiabendazole? Bagged fruit It is a synthetic compound with anthelmintic properties derived from thiazole. Thiabendazole used to treat infestation with nematodes. nematode photo source: Wikipedia Wait, What Is It Again? Thiabendazole is an anti-worm (anthelmintic) medication. It is used to treat infections caused by worms (nematodes). Some of the worms it can treat are pinworm, hookworm, whipworm, roundworm, and trichinosis. So It’s a Medicine? Well yes, according to drug.com it is a medicine to prevent worms from growing and multiplying in the body. This drug can be administered via oral medication in a singular individual. The fact is that thiabendazole can be used for many other purposes as well. So Why Is It On My Bag Of Fruit? Thiabendazole is considered a fungicide. It is used to control fruit and vegetable diseases, like things like mold, blight or rot itself. It has even worked against Dutch Elm disease in trees and contain...

Truly Grass Fed Cheese and Wine Pairing Party

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Truly Grass Fed Natural Sharp Cheddar Oh, I couldn't be more perfect to be hosting this party, I have a strong love of cheese! Yep, that's cheesy right? I partnered up with the Tryazon company and they found a sweet Irish Dairy from Kilkenny, and it was a match made in heaven. Not only is it perfect for my true love of cheese and having parties; it is also because the Truly Grass Fed farm is elevating the standard of the definition of wholesome dairy is. Why? Because I love this great Earth and they do too.  Their back to basics way of farming has been passed down through generations, they practice land preservation and sustainability. How do they do this? They take super great care and have the utmost respect for the cows. They are clean grass grazing cows. 95% of their time is simply spent outside grazing, and when it gets too cold, they are given shelters and they eat grass that was harvested earlier! These cows graze in small herds of only 100 head and they graze ...