Snacking study shows kids eat nearly constantly
American children are moving toward ‘constant eating’ with three snacks a day as well as three regular meals, according to a paper published in the journal Health Affairs.
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Planting of GM crops up 7% in 2009
Global cultivation of genetically modified crops grew by seven percent during 2009, according to a new report, with the US leading the way.
Soy again linked to male infertility: Mouse study
Long-term consumption of a soy-rich diet may decrease a male’s sperm count, says a study with mice.
Foodborne illnesses cost United States $152bn a year- report
Acute foodborne illnesses cost the United States a staggering $152bn a year, with almost a quarter of this burden attributed to fresh, canned and processed produce, said a report from Produce Safety Project (PSP).
Candy makers respond to call for choking hazard labels
The National Confectioners Association has responded to a policy statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics last week suggesting warning labels and even redesign for foods that pose a high choking hazard.
Increasing skepticism, but food labels still influence decisions
Consumers are reading nutrition labels more often but are increasingly skeptical of front-of-pack health claims, such as ‘high fiber’ or ‘low fat’, according to a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) survey.