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'Edible Utensils Developed In India To Lessen Waste Disposal

"Eat with it and then eat it" is the tag line of the edible spoon and fork produced in India. According to Bakeys, 120 billion plastic cutleries are discarded in India alone every year. That's why their founder, Narayana Peesapaty, decided to created edible utensils.

By Jessica Fenol

'E. Coli Outbreak Linked To Fresh Sprouts Over, Says CDC

If the federal officials are to be believed, the E. coli outbreak that was traced to fresh sprouts seems to be over. Earlier, they said that 11 people from two states had fallen ill following consumption of E. coli infected alfalfa sprouts made by Jack & The Green Sprouts.
'Food Fraud Rampant In UK Supply Chain: Fake Meat, Alcohol Still Sold In Groceries

Believe it or not, fake and adulterated meat, alcohol blended with methanol and, worse still, pet foods are mixed in products meant for human consumption are still be sold in many stores and malls across the United Kingdom. In fact, food crime continues to wreck havoc even three years after the notorious horsemeat scandal in the country.
'New US Labor Law Targets Anti-Unionization Activities

In a significant move, the US Department of Labor has announced the final version of a new rule that would make it mandatory for restaurateurs as well as other employers to disclose any arrangements they have with external consultants seeking to influence workers not to unionize or back the bargaining stance of their unions.
'Mass Adoption Of Veganism May Save 8 Million Lives By 2050, Study Says

Some celebrities have been spreading the gospel of vegetarianism for some time. Now, they have scientific evidence on their side.
'California Delays State Rule Requiring BPA Labels On Products

Food manufacturers are not yet requried to place warning labels on products that contain BPA liners. However, stores are required to post general notices by May 11 informing the public on the dangers of BPA as well as the possibility that some products could contain the chemical.
'27 Infected With Salmonella After RAW Meal Organic Shake & Meal Consumption

Federal health officials have declared that Salmonella found in a food product called RAW Meal Organic Shake & Meal and marketed by Garden of Life has infected as many as 27 people in eight states.
'Gerber Recalls Batch Of Organic Products Due To Spoilage

In a public statement released by the FBA or the US Food and Drugs Administration, Gerber announced the recall of some of their organic food products on March 24.
'Costco Offers Discounted Tour Packages: Costco Travel Now Available

Contrary to the common belief that the Mecca of shopping Costco only provided you with amazing pizzas, choicest alcoholic beverages and gas stations at convenient localities, very few are aware that their favorite wholesaler also offers yet another membership perquisite - Costco Travel.
'Hard Liquor Seeks Equal Treatment From Colorado Voters

Colorado residents are put on the decision-maker board toward the latest ballot initiatives
'Easter Basket Drive 2016: North Jersey Homeless Shelters Get 3,000 Easter Baskets For Kids

The Easter Basket Drive of Northern New Jersey was born out of a simple desire to do something for the homeless children.
'Burger King Cashier Confronted After Declining Customers' Coupons

A Milwaukee lady and her daughter are facing jail time after being blamed in the attack for a Burger King representative who didn't allow the mother use 12 coupons on one meal.
'Starbucks CEO Discuss Pumpkin Spice Latte K-Cups, Red Cup Controversy & More

CEO Howard Schultz mentioned the ridiculous red cup controversy that ruled features over the holiday season on Starbuck's yearly shareholders meeting.
'Church's Produces Chicken Tenders Out Of Honey Biscuits

Fans of juicy fried chicken and buttery biscuits can now have the best of both since Church's Chicken combine the two ingredients to create the newest chicken tenders out of honey biscuit.
'Benefits Of Moderate Drinking Disproved! Researchers Disagree On Health, Life Effects Of Alcohol

Applying a new way to analyze data from 87 previous long-term studies, researchers say that drinking in moderation does not seem to offer any health benefit at all. However, others are wary of this new conclusion saying that what the new interpretation offers is the fact that drinking moderately does not seem to affect death rates either negatively or positively.