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About Michael Polidori
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Expertise
I can answer questions about food safety issues and benefits vs risks issues related to the growing, environmental effects and health effects of conventional, organic and gene altered food, both plants and animals. I can answer questions related to the cause and treatment of nutritionally related disease (especially immune related diseases) and nutritional problems related to healing a body that has been injured through accident or bad eating habits.

Experience
As a member of a group in Raleigh North Carolina I have been studying food growing methods, the regulatory efforts to influence these methods and the changes in our food supply due to genetic engineering and organic agriculture since 1998. I have prepared and participated in Public Television talk and radio shows, and debated in college forums with professors about the safety of gene altered foods. I have helped to manage booths at major North Carolina events (including the Raleigh State Fair)since 2000 giving out information concerning safety issues on nutrition and the possible dangers of genetically engineering our food supply. I have an extensive understanding of the regulatory practices of the FDA and the USDA along with the selection of personnel to craft regulatory legislation. I have participated in the preparation of the materials to be passed out at the booths we have set up. I have been involved in health care, prescription drugs, disease and wellness issues since 1997 reading and writing extensively on the internet and in daily life. I have directed friends, family and acquaintences along a path leading to health and fitness since 2000, including helping a friend to no longer need thyroid medication and assisting two acquaintenances with a poisoning they experienced in 1989 (tainted tryptophan) to be properly diagnosed and treated.

Organizations
North Carolina Citizens For Safe Food, Public Citizen, Organic Consumers Association.

Education/Credentials
No Degree but some college in the sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics).

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Questions Answered By Expert Michael Polidori
In Category Food Science

Subject	Date Asked

PLEASE EXPLAIN	8/12/2008
Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: what is the difference between a used by date and ... A: The "Use By" date is the date after which you should throw the product away. The manufacturer ...
genetically engineered food	8/7/2008
Q: i was just wondering what exactly is genetically engineered food? i hear about it on the news and ... A: You have asked the most important food question of our times. After reading what I have for you here ...
Plain Coffee Beans	4/20/2008
Q: I know that chocolate covered expresso beans are sold in many places, but I was wondering if it is ... A: I reread my answer and I apologize for the tone you were offended by. It is never my intention to ...
CRAVINGS	4/1/2008
Q: I was wondering would you please tell me: is it possible to have a craving for a specific foods? ... A: Yes it is possible to have a craving for a specific food. There are several theories about what is ...
Skin of Guavas	2/24/2008
Q: Is it safe to eat the skin and outer mesocarp of guavas? Sincerely, Angel A: The entire guava is safe to eat. It use to be thought that the guava was safe for diabetics but ...
Soy products	2/22/2008
Q: I know you opinion on cow's milk and I have stopped drinking it and have now started drinking soy ... A: For the kids... as soon as they are out on their own, you can give them all the soy they want. If ...
Frozen/Cooked/Refrozen Beef	2/19/2008
Q: Can I thaw ground beef, brown it up and refreeze it? ANSWER: Hi Jane, Yes you can, safely, but why ... A: .. I see your problem and have used my thinking cap again. Cook your ground beef, drain it and ...
Frozen/Cooked/Refrozen Beef	2/18/2008
Q: Can I thaw ground beef, brown it up and refreeze it? A: Yes you can, safely, but why would you? First the thawing process will allow more growth of ...
Soy products	2/18/2008
Q: I know you opinion on cow's milk and I have stopped drinking it and have now started drinking soy ... A: Congratulations on your pregnancy!! It's great to see you concerned about your nutrition as so many ...
Pecans and Protein color Reaction	2/6/2008
Q: I have been trying to make a Pecan crusted chicken breast recipe for a while now and cannot seem to ... A: I would like to see the pic... I don't have your email. When I send you something it is through ...
Pecans and Protein color Reaction	2/6/2008
Q: I have been trying to make a Pecan crusted chicken breast recipe for a while now and cannot seem to ... A: I will be experimenting on my roommate this weekend. I don't know how she will take to doing a ...
Pecans and Protein color Reaction	2/1/2008
Q: I have been trying to make a Pecan crusted chicken breast recipe for a while now and cannot seem to ... A: I have never heard of something like this and my research has turned up nothing to explain it. I ...
Just Wondering...	1/24/2008
Q: In theory, can an adult survive purely on a diet of just milk -no foods or other liquids? I ... A: Unusual question. My opinion, after reviewing the available information, is a confident "Yes!". And ...
Cooking Oils	1/15/2008
Q: Do you think it would be possible to replace conventional fat cooking oils with a silicone oil for ... A: No, silicone oil cannot be used as a substitute for cooking oil. It has very bad toxic effects on ...
egg..is it a meat?	1/8/2008
Q: I have been involved in a heated debate between a large group of people and experts both sides ... A: An unfertilized egg is not meat but is the product of an animal. A fertilized egg has meat in it, ...
food safety	1/3/2008
Q: Yesterday, we returned from vacation at 7pm. At 10 pm I found our popsicles and ice cream half ... A: Hy Lynda, I have a couple of questions for you before I give you some of my answers to your ...
riboflavin	1/2/2008
Q: My reading indicates that riboflavin (B2) is from meat sources, not vegetable. So many breads ... A: Riboflavin is available in a variety of foods. Meat and fish, yes... but also in leafy greens, ...
supplement	12/27/2007
Q: I am such a busy person, and I don't always get a chance to eat 5 servings of fruits and vegetables. ... A: My apologies for taking so long to answer your question. I am not a fan of taking supplements as a ...
digestive enzymes	12/13/2007
Q: I heard that americans do not have or get enough digestive enzymes because most of our food is ... A: Yes it is true, but not only Americans. In whatever countries the Fast Food Giants have conquered ...

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