Counter Intelligence: Veggies, Junk & Dogs' Emotions

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Monday, Dec 8, 2008 | Updated 7:37 AM EDT

Counter Intelligence: Veggies, Junk & Dogs' Emotions

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The French government is backing the first-ever analysis objective analysis of likes and dislikes of diners. Among the forumlas being sought is how to make kids eat vegetables.

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