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As consumers increasingly gravitate towards healthier, fresher, and more recognizable ingredients, General Mills and other food manufacturers were initially slow to adapt — until recently. According to the Consumer Goods Forum, food companies enhanced the health profiles of approximately 180,000 products in 2016, marking an increase of over 100,000 items from the previous year. With … Read more

Can you combine ibuprofen with ferrous gluconate? When considering this question, it’s important to understand the potential interactions between medications and supplements. For instance, ferrous gluconate is often used to treat iron deficiency, while ibuprofen is a common nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). If you’re also taking calcium citrate 750 mg, it’s crucial to consult a … Read more

While ice cream isn’t necessarily becoming healthier, it is evolving to meet current trends, making it more accessible for those with food allergies and intolerances. This adaptation is particularly relevant, given that approximately 15 million Americans, including 5.9 million children, have at least one food allergy, according to Food Allergy Resource and Education. Additionally, the … Read more

Food trends may rise and fall, but the increasing popularity of clean eating and the overall health-conscious movement—along with the decline of heavily processed foods—are likely permanent fixtures. Consumers are becoming more mindful of how their dietary choices contribute to their well-being, opting for nutritional solutions rather than medications to address health issues. Recently, there … Read more

Spread by insects, the European Union regards Xylella fastidiosa as “one of the most dangerous plant bacteria worldwide, causing various diseases with a significant economic impact on agriculture.” As the largest producer of olive oil, the EU accounts for 73% of the global supply, with Spain alone contributing 56% of the world’s olive oil production. … Read more

While this observational study cannot establish a causal relationship, it represents another setback for the struggling sugar industry. Previous research involving mice suggested a connection between children’s sugar consumption and a heightened risk of asthma; however, this recent study did not corroborate that finding. It is the first study to identify a link between maternal … Read more

The threat of food fraud has grown significantly in recent years, largely due to the increasing globalization of the food supply and heightened competition across various sectors. Some of the most infamous cases include the 2013 horsemeat scandal in Europe and the 2008 incident in China where infant formula was adulterated with the industrial chemical … Read more

An increasing volume of research has associated coffee consumption with a lower risk of certain diseases; however, its negative reputation is still difficult to dispel. In the past, doctors advised against drinking coffee due to concerns it could put a strain on the heart or hinder growth. This advice was based on outdated studies that … Read more

This outcome is bound to bring relief to food manufacturers grappling with labeling claims, but it will likely provoke frustration among those aiming to leverage litigation to alter company practices. When the lawsuit was initiated last year, the label was criticized as misleading. While some may argue that the case was overly nitpicky regarding what … Read more

Last week, in honor of National Macaroni and Cheese Day, consumer advocates publicly revealed the presence of hazardous chemicals in cheese powder. “We believe that these substances are present in every mac ‘n’ cheese product — there’s no way to avoid the problem through shopping,” stated Mike Belliveau, executive director of the Environmental Health Strategy … Read more