Campbell Soup’s announcement that it will become the first U.S. company to begin labeling genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in its products garnered accolades on Friday … Consumer Victory as Campbell Announces New LabelsRead more
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Barbados announces new 10% tax on sugary beverages
The Caribbean island of Barbados has announced a new sugar tax, effective August 1, 2015. The 10 percent tax will apply to all carbonated soft … Barbados announces new 10% tax on sugary beveragesRead more
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How We Learn to Eat
So when I opened up Bee Wilson’s most recent book, “First Bite: How We Learn to Eat,” it was not simply as a disinterested reviewer. … How We Learn to EatRead more
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A Terrible Rule to Eat By
When your favorite diet advice is the same as junk food peddlers’ favorite diet advice, maybe you should reconsider. “Everything in moderation” is attractive advice, … A Terrible Rule to Eat ByRead more
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How to eat healthy and save the planet
Dieticians and food companies are awaiting the US Department of Agriculture’s highly anticipated new dietary guidelines by the end of this year with one key … How to eat healthy and save the planetRead more
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Why food prices scaled the peaks
How did you fare during the great food-price spikes of 2008 and 2011? If your response to this question is, “Um, what food-price spikes?”, then … Why food prices scaled the peaksRead more
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Why India must face up to a bigger problem than instant noodles
Instant noodles are a staple for many households, especially in India and Asia. In India, Swiss brand Maggi – part of the Nestlé family – … Why India must face up to a bigger problem than instant noodlesRead more
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This US School District Is The First To Serve 100% Organic, GMO-Free Meals!
Schools in California’s Sausalito Marin County District will be the first in the nation to serve their students 100% organic meals, sustainably sourced and free … This US School District Is The First To Serve 100% Organic, GMO-Free Meals!Read more
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France to force big supermarkets to give unsold food to charities
French supermarkets will be banned from throwing away or destroying unsold food and must instead donate it to charities or for animal feed, under a … France to force big supermarkets to give unsold food to charitiesRead more
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Trans fats in food may worsen memory
Higher consumption of dietary trans-fatty acids (dTFA) has been linked to worsened memory function in men who are 45 years old and younger. These acids … Trans fats in food may worsen memoryRead more