A new proposal by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) aims to introduce a new rule changing the placement of nutritional labels on food packaging. According to the press release, as chronic diseases such as cancer, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease continue to rise among the U.S. population, relocating...
If you want to eat out but want a healthier option, this article is for you. When we think of fast food, the last thing we think about is health. To the surprise of many, there are several genuinely healthy options at fast food restaurants for people looking for convenience...
Food systems are crucial to human health- allowing for food harvesting, packaging and consumption. Without it, children and families are prone towards malnutrition and a subsequent failure to thrive. Food systems have additionally threatened our national ecosystems and often operate in a vicious cycle. Industrial food production results in a...
The chain restaurant industry has faced significant challenges, with 2024 marking a year of steep decline. A staggering 649 locations declared bankruptcy, leaving Americans grappling with both economic and emotional repercussions. This trend has disproportionately impacted working-class communities, particularly in regions such as Chicago, Illinois, Texas, and Washington. Iconic brands...
The adage “you are what you eat” holds profound significance when it comes to mental health. While food is traditionally viewed as fuel for the body, its impact on the brain and emotional well-being is just as critical. A growing body of research highlights the link between nutrition and mental...
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced a voluntary recall of granola products from the company behind the MadeGood brand, Riverside Natural Foods Inc. According to the press release, the granola recall was due to finding traces of metal within their various granola products. Riverside Natural Foods is a...
Previously ling-gone Mexican restaurant chain Chi-Chi’sChi-Chi’s is returning to the United States. After 20 years, the chain will open its first location next year. According to CBS News, Chi-Chi’ sChi-Chi’s revival came following a finalized agreement with Hormel Foods, which gave the company the go-ahead to use the restaurant name...
Well-known NYC rapper Joseph Cartagena, better known as Fat Joe, has announced a Thanksgiving food drive scheduled for Tuesday, November 26, 2024. Fat Joe first launched his apparel brand, UP NYC, which specializes in sneakers and streetwear for men, women, and children. The brand currently operates three locations across New York...
Costco recently announced a massive butter recall due to mistaken package labeling. According to the Food and Drug Administration, the recall began in early October and affected nearly 80,000 pounds of butter. The issue arose because the packaging disclaimer failed to mention that the product contained milk. The recall includes...
First-class passengers on Delta Airlines will soon be able to choose from an exciting new food menu. This new development is due to a recent collaboration between Delta and the popular fast-food restaurant Shake Shack. Shake Shack’s President of Global Licensing, Michael Kark, and Delta Air Lines’ Managing Director of...
As climate change increasingly disrupts traditional agriculture, the food industry is exploring innovative, sustainable solutions to address food security. Rising global temperatures, extreme weather events, and shifting ecosystems are making it difficult for conventional farming to keep up with the world’s food needs. In response, scientists and industry leaders are...
Baskin-Robbins recently announced two new ice cream flavors in time for the 2024 holiday season. Customers can try the limited-time flavors “Brie My Guest” and “Turkey Cake” until mid-November. “Be the hostess with the mostess this fall with our new Flavor of the Month, Brie My Guest! This cheeseboard-inspired flavor packs all your platter faves into...
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