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New FDA Food Labels May Fight Obesity: A Nutrition Makeover After 20 Years

Food labels were long due for a makeover--and now they may be getting one. Nutrition labels are getting their first overhaul in nearly 20 years.

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Chefs’ Protest Brings Big Changes to California Law: The Gloves are Off!

Legislation proposed to reveal the short-lived glove law in California. Pan pans glove law. A new law which required chefs and bartenders to wear gloves while preparing food stuffs has brought a lot of protest from the food service community.
General Mills Falls to Bottom of Oxfam List: Food Companies Like Nestle Create Less Mess

Oxfam study shows that many food companies are looking to reduce their impact on poorer nations. According to the Chicago Tribune's report on a story from Reuters, a study by Oxfam developmental group has shown increased corporate responsibility by food companies, who are making less of a mess in third world countries.
Horsemeat Scandal: Call to Investigation Brought by Food Standards Agency

Fraudulent foods are on the rise, and the Food Standards Agency seeks support from EU powers after the horsemeat scandal.
Thai Rice Buying Scheme Backfires for Farmers: Price of Politics

Thai government’s scheme to grab votes causes huge debt. The price of rice in Thailand is now a huge national debt, and perhaps the loss of a future election for those involved in a massive buying scheme to secure votes which has now backfired.
Michelle Obama Announces New Junk Food Advertising Rules for Schools

No advertising for sugary foods and drinks in schools under the Obama administrations new rules. Michelle Obama announced the Obama administrations new rules regarding the advertising and promotion of unhealthy foods in schools.
McDonald's Breakfast Times May Change: New, Extended Hours for Menu

McDonald's fans may have more time to enjoy the chain's breakfast menu. McDonald's fans may have more time to enjoy food from the chain's breakfast menu.
Americans Trash 133 Billion Pounds of Food: A Waste of Vegetables and Meat

How much food do you throw away after a meal? It may be far more than you'd ever suspect. Researchers have estimated that food loss at the retail and consumer levels in the U.S. was at a staggering 133 billion pounds in 2010.
Taco Bell Reveals New Breakfast Menu for March 27 Debut

Taco Bell fans should get ready to "Wake Up and Live Más." Taco Bell fans should get ready to "Wake Up and Live Más," because the Mexican fast-food chain announced on Monday its plans to roll out an unconventional breakfast menu.
Listeria Outbreak: Cheese Related Death and Illness Lead to Recall

CDC recalls cheese that caused outbreak of listeria. According to a CDC report, an outbreak of the rare virus Listeria monocytogenes has been linked to the sale of Hispanic styled cheeses from Roos Foods.
'Got Milk' Ads Replaced With New Tagline 'Milk Life' and Campaign (VIDEO)

It's time to wipe off that milk mustache. It's time to wipe off that milk mustache. "Got Milk?" has one of the most recognizable ad campaigns of the past 20 years, but the iconic ads are getting axed, according to USA Today.
Trader Joe's Lawsuit: Chain Sued Over Peanut Butter Pretzels 'Monopoly'

Peanut butter pretzels are among the many better snacks that can be found in the aisles of Trader Joe's, but the store is currently being tied into knots over the popular munchies.
California Drought Impacts Food Prices: Grocery Bills Rise

Scarcity will increase grocery bills nationwide. According to ABC News 10, the current drought in California will have a big impact on your wallet. Experts speculate that for every 100 dollars spent in the market, one can expect to see an increase of 10 to 15 dollars due to the drought.
Recall After Canadian Meat Misses Border Inspection

USDA recalls 8,895 pounds of Canadian meat from California stores. According to a USDA press release, Santa Maria Foods Corporation was forced to recall 8,895 pounds of meat that missed a US border inspection on its way into California.
Kellogg's New Commitment to Only Use Environmentally Friendly Palm Oil

Kellogg Co. announced a global commitment use only environmentally friendly oil from producers who destroy any tropical rain forests to produce the additive used in many processed foods.