shellfish
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Commercial glucosamine supplements are often produced from materials such as shellfish shells or corn.
From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026
The median cost of a chicken entree is $28—more than fish and shellfish entrees, both $25, despite chicken being a lower cost ingredient, according to the firm’s 2026 data.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
The recalled seafood was harvested by Drayton Harbor Oyster Co. and the Lummi Indian Business Council in Drayton Harbor in Whatcom County, Wash. The contaminated shellfish was sold between Feb. 13 and March 3.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026
If the person asks you to explain how it works, just pretend to trip, then throw yourself into the shrimp tower, yell something about a shellfish allergy, and run.
From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026
Blamed on bad shellfish, elusive viruses, or an overlooked weakness in the aorta.
From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins
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