We recently got an email from Dave: Stumbled across your blog a few days ago, have been pouring over your archives ever since. My wife and I are in the process of converting to a much more natural and healthy … Continue reading
Weiner Wars – Oscar Mayer Jumbo Beef Franks vs. Ball Park Franks
The long weekend marks the beginning of this year’s barbecue season, and if you’re like most Americans, there will surely be some form of frankfurter sizzling away on your grill. Hot Dogs are a big business (billions of dollars a … Continue reading
Inside the Label: Oscar Meyer’s Lunchables Turkey & Cheddar Cracker Stackers
It’s not the most important meal of the day. And it’s not the heartiest either. Lunch, the get-it-on-the-run or have-it-at-the-computer meal doesn’t get enough respect. And how could it, when products like Oscar Meyer’s Lunchable’s take its name in vain. … Continue reading
Inside the Label: Lean Cuisine’s Shrimp and Angel Hair Pasta
Lean Cuisine, A Nestle brand of frozen dinners, is very popular with dieters. “Lean Cuisine” is considered a nutrient content claim by the FDA, so all products under this brand are required to meet the “lean” criteria per serving: less … Continue reading
Food Additives – Can’t Live Without Them
“No additives or preservatives” sounds like a promising claim on a food label. But you’ll be hard pressed to find products in the supermarket that don’t contain at least one food additive. Even organic products use them, and unless you … Continue reading