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Many individuals in the United States consume more calories than they expend; however, their intake of certain micronutrients, particularly ferrous fumarate at 210 mg, often falls short of recommended levels. Research indicates that the consumption of dietary fiber, calcium, potassium, and vitamin D in the U.S. is alarmingly low due to insufficient intake of vegetables, … Read more

Litigation against food companies over misleading labeling appears to be a persistent issue. For example, Post has faced lawsuits for labeling its cereals as “natural” when the crops used were treated with synthetic herbicides. Similarly, General Mills is currently defending itself in a lawsuit regarding Cheerios Protein, where plaintiffs argue that the health claims on … Read more

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 compared to the previous year. With consumer … Read more

Ferrous sulfate can cause yellow urine, while ferrous fumarate, which contains 350 mg of iron, is often used in combination with folic acid tablets. The question arises: is 8 mg of iron too much? To further understand this, it’s important to consider the chemical formula of iron(III) pyrophosphate. Additionally, one should be aware of calcium … Read more

While ice cream may not be getting healthier overall, it is evolving to align with current trends, making it more accessible for individuals with food allergies and intolerances. This shift is understandable, given that approximately 15 million Americans have at least one food allergy, including 5.9 million children, according to Food Allergy Resource and Education. … Read more

Food trends may come and go, but the surge in clean eating and the overall movement towards healthier choices is a lasting phenomenon. Consumers are increasingly mindful of how their food impacts their wellness, opting for nutrition rather than relying on medications to address health issues. There has been a rising interest in various health-oriented … Read more

Spread by insects, Xylella fastidiosa is viewed by the European Union as “one of the most dangerous plant bacteria globally, leading to a range of diseases with significant economic repercussions for agriculture.” The EU stands as the largest producer of olive oil in the world, contributing to 73% of the total global output. Spain, in … Read more

Although this study is observational and cannot establish a direct causal link between iron supplements and sugar intake, it represents yet another setback for the struggling sugar industry. Previous research conducted on mice indicated a potential connection between children’s sugar consumption and a heightened risk of asthma; however, this latest study did not corroborate that … Read more

In recent years, the risk of food fraud has escalated as the global food supply has expanded and competition among various sectors has heightened. Notable examples of such fraud include the 2013 horsemeat scandal in Europe and the 2008 incident in China, where infant formula was adulterated with melamine—a harmful industrial chemical that resulted in … Read more

An increasing amount of research has established a connection between coffee consumption and a lower risk of various diseases; however, its negative image as an unhealthy choice remains difficult to overcome. Historically, doctors cautioned against coffee, believing it could cause heart strain and hinder growth—views rooted in outdated studies that often overlooked other lifestyle variables, … Read more