Why the Happy Meal is a crime—and not just a culinary one

Why the Happy Meal is a crime—and not just a culinary one

This is a guest blog post by Michelle Simon. It originally appeared on Grist. When it comes to food, everybody’s got an opinion. Same goes for parenting. Mix the two together and you’ve got the makings of a culture war. … Continue reading

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This is Why “Health Claims” On Foods and Supplements Really Suck

This is Why “Health Claims” On Foods and Supplements Really Suck

Last week, the FDA was taken to court. The Alliance for Natural Health sued the FDA over the right to make health claims about selenium consumption and the reduction of cancer risks. The “Alliance” has a very cool sounding name, … Continue reading

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