Leggo My (Listeria-laden) Eggo

Leggo My (Listeria-laden) Eggo

The FDA is not pleased with Kellogg’s waffle manufacturing plant in Georgia. The federal authority sent the company a warning letter. Kellogg’s is reprimanded for the poor sanitary conditions at the factory, and requested to clean up its act. From … Continue reading

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7 Things Food Companies Can do to Fight Obesity [Not the Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation]

7 Things Food Companies Can do to Fight Obesity [Not the Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation]

A new force in the battle against obesity, this time from an unexpected source: the food industry. The Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation, announced on Monday, is a consortium of forty manufacturers, retailers, and several non-profit organizations whose aim is to … Continue reading

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“Smart Choices” Food Labeling Losing Backers

“Smart Choices” Food Labeling Losing Backers

The launch of food industry backed Smart Choices Seal,  a front of package label designed to inform shoppers of more nutritious products, has been very controversial. The criteria deciding which products are “better for you” were set by a panel … Continue reading

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Kellogg’s Free Advice for Back to School Moms Sponsored by Frosted Mini Wheats [Inside the Label]

Kellogg’s Free Advice for Back to School Moms Sponsored by Frosted Mini Wheats [Inside the Label]

In a press release yesterday, Kellogg’s introduced a branded back to school resource for moms called Mom’s Homeroom: “Having all the right tools is essential for learning, like knowing what your child’s learning style is so you know how to … Continue reading

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