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Mid-March AVFCA Article Posts

In case you missed our articles published by A Voice for Choice Advocacy writers in the first half of this month, links are below...Be sure to sign up for AVFCA's Substack to get these weekly articles https://avoiceforchoice.substack.com or check our Blog https://avoiceforchoiceadvocacy.org/blog or our new Medium https://medium.com/@media_93416 or LinkedIn Channels https://www.linkedin.com/company/avoiceforchoice/.   Our Blog also includes an extensive library of over 180 healthy lifestyle solutions–based articles that you can explore at any time as an ongoing educational resource: https://avoiceforchoiceadvocacy.org/blog/

  Paper Receipts: What That Slip in Your Hand Isn’t Telling You
This article explores the chemicals used in thermal paper receipts and their potential health implications. It examines how bisphenols such as BPA and BPS function in receipt coatings, how these compounds transfer to skin during routine handling and why retail workers may face the greatest exposure. The piece also reviews regulatory developments and outlines practical ways to reduce contact with receipt paper.
AVFCA Blog: https://avoiceforchoiceadvocacy.org/paper-receipts/
Substack: https://avoiceforchoice.substack.com/p/paper-receipts-what-that-slip-in

  EPG and the Reinvention of Fat in Processed Foods
A new fat substitute has entered the modern food supply. Esterified Propoxylated Glycerol (EPG) allows manufacturers to lower calories while maintaining the texture and flavor of traditional fats. Its growing use reflects the push to engineer foods that meet high-protein, low-calorie trends. But as these ingredients spread, questions about labeling and transparency are gaining attention.
AVFCA Blog: https://avoiceforchoiceadvocacy.org/epg-and-the-reinvention-of-fat-in-processed-foods/
Substack: https://avoiceforchoice.substack.com/p/epg-and-the-reinvention-of-fat-in

During the first half of March 2026, AVFCA brought awareness to specific observance days by sharing our original stories that matched these themes:
 

World Obesity Day "Benzene: A Hidden Contributor of the Type 2 Diabetes Epidemic ”
Benzene exposure can affect your health in unexpected ways. From everyday sources like gasoline vapors to toxic building materials, this hidden risk may contribute to blood sugar spikes. Discover the surprising connection between benzene and your health, along with practical steps to reduce exposure. http://tinyurl.com/benzene-1 

World Consumer Rights Day: “From Coop to Table: The True Cost of America’s Chicken Obsession”
Chicken is often seen as the "healthier" choice, but the reality behind its rise is anything but simple. Industrial practices, selective breeding, and misleading labels have reshaped the poultry industry in ways that affect animals, workers, and public health. You'll find a breakdown of what’s really happening inside large-scale operations, what welfare certifications actually mean, and how your choices can support a food system that’s more honest, humane, and sustainable. http://tinyurl.com/coop-table 

Our team also reads hundreds of articles each week, and those of interest are shared on our social media platforms.  However, once or twice a week, our team reads an article that is profound or shares a perspective that is new or from an expert that AVFCA feels should be highlighted.  These articles are shared on our Substack.

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Christina Hildebrand
President/Founder
A Voice for Choice Advocacy, Inc.
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www.AVoiceForChoiceAdvocacy.org