Post Tagged with: "Center for Science in the Public Interest"

New FDA labels show how much sugar you are really eating

New FDA labels show how much sugar you are really eating

Excess sugar intake is linked to many health problems. Recent research has shown that high sugar intake can greatly increase heart disease risk, and a new MRI technique even confirmed that cancer cells feed on sugar. “A piece of fruit, or even a treat like ice cream, isn’t going to […]

by July 30, 2015
Panera Bread to remove 150 artificial ingredients

Panera Bread to remove 150 artificial ingredients

Panera Bread is changing its ingredients for the better. A new list dubbed as the “No-No List” states the intentions of Panera Bread to remove 150 artificial ingredients by the end of 2016. The restaurant wants to set a new standard for healthier foods for customers. In an interview with […]

by May 6, 2015
Kraft removes artificial colors from Mac & Cheese

Kraft removes artificial colors from Mac & Cheese

This is the last year that one of the most popular mac and cheese products in the U.S. will contain artificial preservatives and synthetic colors. Kraft announced that they will remove artificial colors from Mac & Cheese along with preservatives. Starting January 2016, the orange color of Kraft Mac & […]

by May 4, 2015
Burger King to remove soda from kids’ meals

Burger King to remove soda from kids’ meals

After two major fast food chains McDonald’s and Wendy’s removed soda from kid’s menus, Burger King has decided to follow suit. A press release from the Center For Science In The Public Interest (CSPI) states the intentions of Burger King to remove soda from kids’ meals. According to a letter […]

by March 16, 2015
Wendy’s removes soda from kids’ meals

Wendy’s removes soda from kids’ meals

Wendy’s removes soda from kids’ meals It is official: Wendy’s removes soda from kids’ meals. The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) reports that the popular fast food chain will stop serving soda on the kids’ menu. “When ordering a kids’ meal, the customer is asked what beverage […]

by January 19, 2015
6 food industry secrets you should know about

6 food industry secrets you should know about

One important aspect of healthy living is doing research on the foods that are available to you, so you can make the best choices for your health. In an average supermarket, foods may come with more than meets the eye. Even the simplest foods may be genetically modified or grown […]

by September 1, 2014