Researchers Suggest Regulating Sugar Like a Toxin
A radical idea on sugar regulations from University of California scientists
Sectors - Ingredients
Hershey to Offer Independently Certified Chocolate
Consumer coalitions put the pressure on Hershey to stop dragging on labor rights issues and offer Rainforest Alliance Certified cocoa
Study Suggests Sugar and HFCS Affect Body Differently
New research suggests that the body processes high fructose corn syrup differently from other sugar types, and the Corn Refiners Association strikes back
Fast Food Joints Cuts 'Pink Slime' From the Menu
Ammonium hydroxide is no longer an ingredient in beef products at McDonald's, Taco Bell, and Burger King
FDA Declines to Limit Antibiotic Use in Livestock
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration goes back on a proposal to limit the use of antibiotics in cattle and livestock
Raw Cookie Dough a Cause for Concern Among Scientists
Researchers call on manufacturers to heighten their food safety standards for raw prepackaged cookie dough, citing risk of E. coli and other pathogens
McDonald's Ditches McMuffin Egg Supplier Sparboe Farms
FDA citations and an ABC News investigation of shocking conditions at Sparboe Farms forces McDonald's to drop its major egg supplier
Pizza Sauce is Totally a Vegetable, Says Congress
Congressional lobbyists try to maintain a proud national tradition of counting pizza sauce as a vegetable
Federal Judge Rules Against Corn Refiners Association
The feds move the trial against the Corn Refiners Association and its 'Sweet Surprise' HFCS ad campaign forward
General Mills Faces Fruit Roll-Ups Class Action Lawsuit
Fruit Roll-Ups aren't super healthy and full of nutritional benefits? Says who? The Center for Science in the Public Interest, apparently
A Cure for Peanut Allergies is Close, Says Scientists
Chicago researchers discover a technique that could bring doctors closer to alleviating peanut allergy symptoms
France Bans Ketchup at School Lunch to Protect Culture
So you want to call them Freedom Fries? That's fine - France doesn't want your dipping sauces, either
PCRM Billboard Targets Green Bay Cheeseheads
The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine lashes out against cheese in Wisconsin, the United States' dairy heartland
Justin Bieber + More Caricatured at British Cheese Week
Barack Obama, Justin Bieber, and other celebs immortalized in portraits of Primula squeezy cheese for British Cheese Week
Harvard Takes on USDA MyPlate Chart
Scientists from the Harvard School of Public Health have made some improvements to the USDA MyPlate update of the Food Pyramid
FDA Officials Slam Corn Industry over HFCS Claims
The Associated Press gets their hands on the juicy details over one FDA official's opinion on high fructose corn syrup
Apple Juice Safe despite Dr. Oz Claims says FDA
The FDA steps in to refute Dr. Oz's on-air claims about the dangers of apple juice due to arsenic
Olive Garden + Michelle Obama Pair for Healthier Meals
Darden Restaurants Inc., parent of Olive Garden and Red Lobster, teams up with the First Lady in a pledge to get healthier
High Fructose Corn Syrup Lawsuit Goes to Court
In the fight against the corn industry's rebranding of HFCS, sugar companies and trade associations will have their day in court
Ben + Jerry's to Release Schweddy Balls Ice Cream
Ron Swanson Bacon and Eggs ice cream may have been a graphic design prank, but this SNL tribute is one very real delicious dish
Biotech Company Senomyx Developing Fructose Enhancer
San Diego-based biotech company Senomyx announces beginning of tests on fructose enhancers that could amplify taste of HFCS
Soylent Gelatin is PEOPLE (More or Less)
A recent scientific breakthrough could change the food industry - but will consumers warm up to human-derived gelatin?
State Fair of Texas Names Big Tex Award Finalists
Fried bubblegum, buffalo chicken, and more are all seeking approval at the State Fair of Texas' annual Big Tex Choice Awards
Onken Wholegrain Yogurt in UK Mislabeled as Gluten Free
Onken yogurt by Emmi mislabeled as 'gluten-free' while containing whole grains - no recall issued by UK Food Standards Agency
iChill and the Rise of Relaxation Shots
Food & Drink Digital sits down with Abby Dunning of iChill to discuss the demand for an "anti-energy shot" and the value of sleep
Burger King Ditches King Mascot for Guacamole
Good night, sweet bobbleheaded former prince - Burger King is taking a "fresh" approach to advertising
SeriousEats Breaks Down the Neapolitan Pizza
Everything you ever wanted to know about the Neapolitan style Pizza
FLA Joint Offers Free Sushi for Shark Attack Survivors
If you have proof that you were the victim of a shark attack, one Smyrna Beach sushi bar is offering a free chance to bite back
Subway Announces Debut of Vitamin Fortified Bread
Even bread is getting a better-for-you boost at Subway stores nationwide
FSIS Proposes Clear Labels for Raw Meat & Poultry
A new proposal from the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service suggests labels outlining any solutions added to meat or poultry
California Milk Processor Board Pulls Divisive PMS Ads
Their controversial PMS-themed ads may have drawn a boatload of ire, but the Milk Board is still calling the campaign a success
Restaurants Band Together For Kids LiveWell Campaign
19 QSRs and fast casual restaurants from Burger King to Denny's are making a commitment to healthier meals for kids
ConAgra Faces Class Action Lawsuit over Wesson Oils
Wesson's 'pure' and 'all-natural' claims come under fire
Cold Stone Creamery Branches Out into Frozen Yogurt
All aboard the frozen yogurt trend: Cold Stone Creamery is getting in on the action
Study Shows Americans Eating More Burgers
We can't get enough of burgers, but the quality bar has been set higher
Sainsbury's Focusing on Allergen Management
UK supermarket chain Sainsbury's works with Campden BRI for more effective allergen management in manufacturing
Poll Reveals Pasta as World's Favorite Food
Everybody loves pasta, but an Oxfam poll proves that - no, seriously - everybody loves pasta
Los Angeles School District Votes to Ban Flavored Milk
Chocolate milk in Los Angeles Unified School District: Dunzo
Argentine Lab Produces Human-Like Milk with Cloned Cow
The "world's first transgenic cow" takes genetically modified food to a whole new milky level
McDonald's to Serve Sustainable Fish in Europe
The Filet-o-Fish gets a sustainable upgrade at McDonald's locations across the European Union
Reinventing Domino's Pizza
How social media and a fresh look at advertising put Domino's back at the top of the pizza franchise game
Sugar Companies Join Lawsuit Against Corn Processors
Trade associations and sugar companies have had it with corn processors marketing high fructose corn syrup as natural
Food Pyramid Out, MyPlate In
Farewell, Food Pyramid - the times, they are a-changing, and so are USDA expectations for a healthy, balanced diet
McDonald's Apologizes to Australia For its Coffee
A new ad campaign has McDonald's assuring Australian consumers that its McCafé coffee will get better
Frozen Drinks a Cool Choice for Summer
Wondering what your customers want this summer? Many franchises are expanding their blended drink options
Happy National Macaron Day!
Whether you call them macaroon or macaron, today is the day to celebrate these crispy, creamy treats
China Orders Death Penalty for Food Safety Violations
The Chinese government gets deadly serious after a string of publicized health violations
USDA Proposes Potato Ban in Schools
It's open season on cafeteria foods of questionable nutritional value, and potatoes are next on the list
Appeals Court Vetoes Monsanto Sugar Beets
Courts demand further environmental impact studies before planting of Monsanto's genetically modified Roundup Ready beets
Pork Gets Medium Rare Upgrade From USDA
Like your beef medium rare? The USDA now invites you to try a little tenderness with your pork chops as well
