Articles by Mark Jason Alcala
'Obesity Update 2016: 641 Million People Worldwide are Now Obese
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'FDA Denies Fruits and Vegetable Entry Most Often
As a group, food and vegetables from abroad are the items most frequently denied entry by the FDA. The most common reason for fruits' rejection is "filth", while vegetable are most likely to be denied due to unacceptable pesticide residue levels. -
'Most Food Cans Sold in the US, Canada Still Contain BPA
Environmental Defence, a Canadian-based group, says 18 out of 21 cans still contain the chemical BPA. -
'Europol Seizes 10,000 Tons of Illicit Food and Drink
Counterfeit goods that include monkey meat, dead insects and sugar laced with fertilizer are among the illicit food and drink items seized by Interpol, Europol and multinational enforcement agencies. It is said to be the biggest global crackdown to date with more than 10,000 of these potentially dangerous goods confiscated. -
'Eating Pulses Can Lower Cholesterol Plus Reduce and Keep Weight Off, Says Study
A recent study points to pulses being a possible solution to long term weight management. And it shows that pulses can lower bad cholesterol as well. -
'Chipotle Registers “Better Burger,” Announces its Entry into the Burger Scene
Watch out McDonalds. Chipotle enters the burger market with its own burger chain named Better Burger. -
'Burger King Introduces New Spicy Offering – the “Angriest Whopper”
Burger lover better get their taste buds ready for this super hot and spicy "Angriest Whopper". Red buns infused with hot sauce, jalapenos and the spicy angry sauce might be a challenge indeed. -
'Never Eat with Loud Music Plus Other Dieting Traps You Need to Know
Studies have shown that eating with a loud music tends to make one chew faster, increasing one's consumption unintentionally. Check out these scientifically-proven scenarious and their effect on one's appetite. -
'Dunkin’ Donuts CEO Pay Down 50%: How Much Is Left In Exec's Salary?
Due to increased competition, Dunkin' Donuts CEO's 2015 compensation is reduced to almost half of what he receive the previous year. -
'McCormick Keenly Interested in Acquiring Premium Foods
After Premier showed a spectacular first quarter performance this year, McCormick expressed renewed interest in acquiring the British food company, even hinting of increasing its previously rejected $700 million offer. -
'Diet Rich In Vitamin C Prevents Cataract, Say Study
A new research shows that increasing vitamin C in one's diet could halt cataract progression. However, vitamin C from supplements does not have an effect on the condition -
'Apple's Provides Solution To Wrecked Sleeping Patterns Caused By Backlit Screens
Apple figured out a way to reduce the negative effects of backlit screens during nighttime usage. A new setting named Night Shift significantly reduces blue light, the main factor that affects nighttime melatonin release. -
'McDonalds Goes High Tech, Tests App That Could Be Used for Ordering
McDonalds joins rivals in the app-based ordering game. Tests mobile-ordering platform in response to Starbucks' and Dunkin's apps. -
'Calorie Labelling In Menu Items Postponed
FDA will move the implementation of the calorie labeling on menu items next year as it is still finalizing guideline for retailers. -
'Surface Matters: Study Reveals Why Viruses Can’t Cling To Some Vegetables
It seems some vegetables are almost immune to clingy viruses that a simple rinse or two would be sufficient to remove them. This characteristic makes them less likely to be contaminated, a fact that could be used in the fight against foodborne illnesses.
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