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junk food ads
September 10, 2024
A new study shows that black children see twice as many junk food ads as white children in the United…
EPA Bans 72 Pesticide Chemicals, Some Linked to Cancer
September 10, 2024
In a latent victory for several environmental groups, the EPA says it will enforce a ban on more than seventy…
Panera Bread Restaurant Exterior
September 10, 2024
Panera Bread Company has announced a commitment to slow-growing chickens in its supply chain by 2024, becoming the first national…
Sugar Industry Funds Controversial 'Pro-Sugar' Research
September 10, 2024
Leading sugar industry brands including Coca-Cola and Hershey funded research claiming that sugar consumption risks are being overblown.
American Welfare Institute Sues USDA for Failing to Update Humane Methods of Slaughter Act for 40 Years
September 10, 2024
The Animal Welfare Institute has sued the USDA for failing to update the Humane Methods of Slaughter Act, despite a…
pink pineapple
September 10, 2024
The genetically modified pink pineapple developed by Del Monte has been approved for sale in the United States by the…
Gluten-Free Diets Don't Heal All Gut Issues, New Study Finds
September 10, 2024
New research finds children diagnosed with celiac disease on gluten-free diets don't necessarily heal their gut issues.
honeybees can be affected by neonicotinoid pesticides
September 10, 2024
New research shows that bees exposed to neonicotinoid pesticides are less able to create the buzz necessary to pollinate certain…
empty store shelves
September 10, 2024
Regulations for retailer eligibility to accept federal food stamps have been modified by the USDA, though not nearly as strictly…
USDA's National Organic Program Operating Illegally, Says Industry Watchdog Group
September 10, 2024
The Cornucopia Institute has filed a complaint against the National Organic Program over what it says are numerous violations of…
organic valley grassmilk
September 10, 2024
Organic Valley Grassmilk has added 12 new dairy farmers to its production, making Organic Valley the largest producer of grass-fed…
Deadly Superbug Mysteriously Appears on U.S. Pig Farm
September 10, 2024
Researchers have detected a potentially catastrophic antibiotic-resistant superbug on a U.S. hog farm that could put millions at risk.
plant-based protien
September 10, 2024
Tyson Foods joins other food giants in developing a venture capital fund dedicated to food startups including plant-based protein company…
Vegan Diet 'Appropriate for All Stages of the Life Cycle' Says Largest Group of Nutritionists
September 10, 2024
The Association of Nutritionists and Dietitians has released a statement in favor of a vegan diet, calling it appropriate and…
health benefits of organic food
September 10, 2024
Nearly half of Americans are not convinced of organic's value; only approximately 55 percent believe in the health benefits of…