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Unilever, Hostess to limit advertising of food, beverages to children
May 27, 2022
Unilever puts limits on influencer marketing while Hostess pledges not to advertise to children under 13 years old.
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FDA still allowing toxic products on shelves with sluggish response to heavy metals in baby food
May 23, 2022
There are many problematic aspects of FDA's approach to solving the acute issue of toxic metals in baby food, writes Jonathan Sharp of Environmental Litigation Group P.C. in Birmingham, Alabama.
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Abbott reaches deal to resume making infant formula at Michigan plant
May 17, 2022
The consent decree is just one step in a broader strategy by federal regulators to tackle the infant formula crisis.
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FDA issues new draft guidance on lead in juice
May 10, 2022
As part of efforts to reduce potentially toxic chemicals—particularly in food and beverage consumed by young children—FDA issued new draft guidance to address lead levels in juice and juice products.
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FDA warning letters target marketers of delta-8 THC
May 05, 2022
The regulatory actions could have a chilling effect on the U.S. market for delta-8 THC, which FDA says features “intoxicating” and “psychoactive” effects and could harm consumers.
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Balancing nutrition and appeal in children’s food and beverage
May 03, 2022
Formulating to please both young palates and parents’ values is no easy feat, but creative food and beverage brands are making headway.
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THC-containing edibles ‘copycat’ popular snacks, may attract children
Apr 28, 2022
A new study found 8% of THC-containing edibles mimic popular snack brands, underlining recent reports of unintentional marijuana exposure to children.
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Functional fiber gets friendlier – digital magazine
Apr 26, 2022
Between its potential health benefits and formulation advances in taste and texture, dietary fiber is garnering more attention. Also referred to as roughage or bulk, dietary fiber is the structural part of plant foods (such as grains, fruits or...
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Regulators identify potential causes of E. coli outbreaks linked to lettuce
Apr 22, 2022
Scientists from FDA and USDA are making substantial headway understanding what may be contributing to outbreaks of E. coli O157:H7 linked to bagged romaine lettuce, according to FDA...
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The sugar and sweetener conundrum: Consumers look for healthy options
Apr 20, 2022
With 6 in 10 consumers watching the sugar content in their diet or searching out food with lower sugar content, alternative sweeteners have room for growth.
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