y Gluten-free label finally gets some teeth By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Aug 2014 19:50:42 +0000 The FDA is stepping up to enforce regulations on gluten-free labels, making foods safer for those with celiac disease. Full Article Healthy Eating
y A safe way to dispose of unwanted pills at home By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Aug 2014 12:00:00 +0000 When there’s no take back program for unneeded or expired medications, the Pill Terminator makes them unpalatable to people and animals. Full Article Healthy Spaces
y Lawsuit prompts flurry of interest in eggless mayo By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 11 Nov 2014 19:39:37 +0000 Unilever’s lawsuit against eggless Just Mayo for false advertising inadvertently gives the small producer invaluable free advertising. Full Article Healthy Eating
y Deadly apples recalled for listeria By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Jan 2015 16:14:28 +0000 Seven people have died from an outbreak of listeria associated with apples. A California packing company has recalled Granny Smith, Gala and caramel apples. Full Article Healthy Eating
y Mercury levels in Pacific yellowfin tuna on the rise By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Feb 2015 16:14:03 +0000 Likely caused by pollution, levels of mercury in Pacific yellowfin tuna have been on the rise steadily since 1998. Full Article Healthy Eating
y Amy's Kitchen recalls products for possible listeria By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Mar 2015 01:03:38 +0000 The natural and organic food company recalled products with spinach after one of its suppliers found it may be tainted with Listeria monocytogenes. Full Article Healthy Eating
y 'Kids Eat Right' label to disappear as quickly as possible By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 02 Apr 2015 18:46:51 +0000 The backlash from Kraft placing a healthy eating label on its processed cheese singles made the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics rethink the label’s use. Full Article Healthy Eating
y Sabra Hummus recall: What you need to know By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Apr 2015 14:51:08 +0000 The company is voluntarily recalling 30,000 cases of Classic Hummus. Find out if you have the affected products in your refrigerator. Full Article Healthy Eating
y Congress isn't properly funding its food safety act By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Apr 2015 20:26:00 +0000 Congress passed the Food Safety Modernization Act four years ago but hasn’t given the FDA the money needed to implement the act. Full Article Healthy Eating
y FDA suggests allowing blood donations by gay men — but of course there's a catch By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 15 May 2015 13:03:24 +0000 Advocacy groups call the new recommendation arbitrary and discriminatory. Full Article Healthy Spaces
y Why Europe has better sunscreens than we do By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 15 May 2015 15:04:19 +0000 Ingredients that have been used in Europe for years are still awaiting approval for use in the U.S. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
y FDA to finally tackle 'natural' food label By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Nov 2015 17:27:36 +0000 This is your chance to add your voice to the mix as the agency looks into what the label means. Full Article Healthy Eating
y Humane animal testing startup helps sick pets and maybe human lives, too By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 30 Jan 2016 15:34:02 +0000 The One Health Company seeks to find disease cures without killing animals. Full Article Pets
y What is genetically edited food? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Apr 2016 18:37:26 +0000 The USDA says this method of tampering with a food's genes is not the same as genetically modifying it. Full Article Healthy Eating
y FDA to test foods for glyphosate residue By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Apr 2016 17:01:54 +0000 Alliance for Natural Health-USA released tests on breakfast foods, and glyphosate was found in 11 of 24 samples. WHO says the chemical is probably carcinogenic. Full Article Healthy Eating
y Would you eat 'clean meat?' By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Sep 2016 15:15:46 +0000 Lab-grown meat isn't even available yet, but rebranding efforts to make it sound more appealing are well underway. Full Article Healthy Eating
y Should 'healthy' be a marketing label? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Sep 2016 18:24:13 +0000 The FDA is re-evaluating what the term means when its used by food manufacturers, but maybe it shouldn't be used at all. Full Article Healthy Eating
y Nutella asks FDA to say it's not dessert By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 07 Nov 2016 18:05:44 +0000 The makers of the mostly chocolate and sugar product want it reclassified. The FDA wants to know what the public thinks about that. Full Article Healthy Eating
y Don't hold your breath if you're waiting for the new nutrition labels By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Jun 2017 12:32:35 +0000 The new nutrition labels would have updated serving sizes and identified added sugars, but the FDA has put an indefinite hold on them. Full Article Healthy Eating
y FDA to scrutinize risky homeopathic products By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Dec 2017 22:31:54 +0000 The FDA has announced that it's cracking down on homeopathic products, especially ones for children and infants. Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
y Say goodbye to trans fats By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 14 May 2018 15:22:15 +0000 FDA, WHO crack down on popular ingredient in processed foods. Full Article Healthy Eating
y 7 foods with more sodium than you think By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Aug 2018 15:09:14 +0000 We can't seem to agree on the right amount of sodium, but these foods add up quickly. Full Article Healthy Eating
y My end-of-summer top 10 foodie bucket list By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Aug 2014 14:38:25 +0000 Don’t let fall sneak up on you without enjoying some of the experiences you’ve been meaning to get to. Full Article Healthy Eating
y Hundreds of people 'pay it forward' at a single Starbucks location By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Aug 2014 21:50:19 +0000 At a single Starbuck location, a whooping 378 people bought coffee for the person behind them. Full Article Responsible Living
y Even Plato wrote about celebrity chefs By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 12 Sep 2014 17:59:38 +0000 Who knew that one of the founders of Western philosophy had a favorite chef? Full Article Healthy Eating
y Watch as second-graders handle fine dining beautifully By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 13 Oct 2014 17:00:07 +0000 When these 7-year-olds are treated to a $220 tasting menu, their reactions are priceless (and insightful.) Full Article Healthy Eating
y How to not accidentally order a $3,750 wine By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Nov 2014 00:51:04 +0000 There's a simple rule for ordering from a wine list that will help you avoid any embarrassment. Full Article Beverages
y 'Organic' spotlights Hudson Valley farmers and chefs with stunning photography By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Nov 2014 19:04:22 +0000 Part work of art, part tribute to farmers who love the earth they work, this new book deserves to be out where people can see it. Full Article Organic Farming & Gardening
y 2015 food trend predictions: Ugly, smokey and smelly By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 07 Nov 2014 16:43:24 +0000 But don't be put off by the headline: I'm excited about what I'm hearing about what's coming next year. Full Article Healthy Eating
y New York chef offers broth in to-go cups By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Nov 2014 15:09:05 +0000 We almost lost the art of making true broth, but it has had a massive revival. Now, you can even enjoy it on the streets of New York. Full Article Healthy Eating
y Your food will taste better if the chef can see you By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Nov 2014 14:29:27 +0000 Floor plans that let cooks see the people they're serving increase food quality and customer satisfaction. Full Article Healthy Eating
y Meet the Cronut and 7 other hybrid desserts By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 19 Dec 2014 15:30:00 +0000 Maybe you’re aware of the croissant-donut mash-up, but have you heard of the Townie or the Mallomac? Full Article Healthy Eating
y Use psychological tricks to drop the pounds By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 31 Dec 2014 20:50:00 +0000 Sure, you've tried everything to lose weight — but have you put your brain to work? Full Article Fitness & Well-Being
y What is molecular gastronomy? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Jan 2015 17:51:01 +0000 Hot ice cream, cocktails that look like large caviar eggs, and that love-it-or-hate-it foam are all products of molecular gastronomy. Full Article Healthy Eating
y That coffee Chick-fil-A is giving away all February? Small farmers in Central America were paid fairly for it By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Feb 2015 16:40:27 +0000 The chicken chain is working with THRIVE to purchase coffee from farmers who can by-pass the middleman and get paid up to 10x more for their beans. Full Article Beverages
y Burger King takes soda off the kids' menu, but parents still have the final say By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Mar 2015 21:26:14 +0000 Changes on fast-food menus are a step in the right direction, but the task of finding healthy food falls to parents. Full Article Healthy Eating
y Amy's Drive Thru will focus on fast organic food By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 27 May 2015 16:23:09 +0000 As the organic food brand readies to open its first restaurant, traditional fast-food eateries are scrambling to catch up with consumers’ desires. Full Article Healthy Eating
y 5 tips for saving money at Starbucks By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 07 Jul 2015 20:04:10 +0000 Starbucks raised its drink prices, but here's how to recoup the loss and maybe save a little extra. Full Article Beverages
y 10 ways to dine alone, without technology By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Sep 2015 15:01:10 +0000 Nearly half of all meals are eaten solo, often at restaurants — meaning there are lots of opportunities. Full Article Healthy Eating
y Foodies want a seat at this 16-year-old's counter By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 12 Sep 2015 19:47:39 +0000 Flynn McCarry opens Eureka in NYC where his tasting menu will cost $160 and reservations are sold out. Full Article Healthy Eating
y Maybe restaurant owners should stop whining about underground dining and start cooking By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 15 Nov 2015 15:14:47 +0000 The popularity of underground restaurants in Paris has restaurateurs asking the government to do something about the competition. Now when I go to Paris, I want Full Article Healthy Eating
y Historic Taco Bell store evades demolition by taking brief road trip By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Nov 2015 20:56:32 +0000 Like the space shuttle Endeavour but cheesier, Taco Bell 'Numero Uno' relocates from its original Southern California home. Full Article Arts & Culture
y Italian mayor puts kibosh on wood-fired pizza ovens By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Jan 2016 20:30:17 +0000 Neapolitan pies are served with a hint of smog in San Vitaliano. Full Article Healthy Spaces
y Do you spend more on groceries or dining out? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Jun 2016 16:13:26 +0000 For the first time, Americans are spending more money eating out at restaurants than they spend on groceries, and it has to do with our lifestyles. Full Article Healthy Eating
y Want to help earthquake victims? Eat for Italy By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 29 Aug 2016 11:20:00 +0000 Restaurants are serving up Amatrice Pasta and donating proceeds to help earthquake victims. Full Article Healthy Eating
y IKEA launches DIY dinner party venue in London By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Sep 2016 18:53:59 +0000 The pop-up space celebrates the 'joy of cooking together.' Full Article Remodeling & Design
y Panera says its food is now 100 percent clean By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Jan 2017 19:38:17 +0000 Panera made good on its promise to get rid of 150 ingredients on its 'No No List,' but what does that mean? Full Article Healthy Eating
y McDonald's just reinvented the straw (and it's pretty cool) By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Feb 2017 21:02:47 +0000 Smart people at McDonald's just solved the biggest milkshake problem of our time with Suction Tube for Reverse Axial Withdrawal (STRAW). Full Article Beverages
y Get this lady some vegan schmear, stat! By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Feb 2017 17:28:15 +0000 Actress Lisa Edelstein urges Einstein Bros. Bagels to add vegan cream cheese to its menu, because so everyone can 'enjoy a good schmear.' Full Article Healthy Eating
y Is your favorite restaurant on the James Beard Award finalist list? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Mar 2017 20:24:07 +0000 The 2017 finalist list is out for the James Bear Awards — the 'Oscars' of the food world. Full Article Healthy Eating