Though the link between canned foods and measurable BPA seems straightforward, the industry has spent time refuting it.
Archive for March, 2011
FDA panel to discuss artificial color warnings
A panel meets this week to discuss the possible link between artificial food coloring and hyperactivity in children.
Natural and organic foods selling despite recession
Over the last few years, Americans have been downsizing their household budgets, saving money wherever they can.
Pepsi Throwback is here to stay
Though the natural-ness of caramel color is up for debate, it’s great to see another company moving away from HFCS and putting a generally authentic product on the shelf.
What are the ingredients in Mountain Dew?
Mountain Dew is colloquially known as geek fuel. Aside from Yellow 5, do you know what else is in it?
Antibiotic-resistant bacteria and factory farming
One unfortunate byproduct of antibiotic use is the evolution of superbugs, or antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Though antibiotics are exceptional at killing most bacteria, the microorganisms left behind survive because of something in their genetic makeup.
What goes into organic milk?
USDA guidelines for organic milk are considerably more rigorous than those for organic produce.
What exactly is gelato?
Gelato is an Italian variant of ice cream, and an important part of Italian food culture. It’s serious business.