How to Spot Counterfeit Food

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention has found rising numbers of fake ingredients in food products. ABC News reports on how to avoid food fraud.

Jan 23, 2013
The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention has found rising numbers of fake ingredients in food products. ABC News reports on how to avoid food fraud.
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