The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends that pregnant or nursing women and young children eat up to 12 ounces of fish and seafood a week, … [Read more...] about Not All Tuna is the Same
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Sodium in Disguise – Hidden Salt Surprises in Unlikely Foods
Most of us are aware that a diet high in sodium can lead to hypertension and other health problems. In early 2010, the American Heart Association … [Read more...] about Sodium in Disguise – Hidden Salt Surprises in Unlikely Foods
Safe List: Egg Brands Not on the Recall List
The massive egg recall announced last week has alarm bells ringing for many people. The most shocking fact is that close to half a billion eggs (yes, … [Read more...] about Safe List: Egg Brands Not on the Recall List
BPA-Free Canned Foods: Which Brands?
In our recent article BPA in Foods: How to Avoid It, we discussed the ubiquitous presence of bisphenol-A (BPA). The December 2009 issue of Consumer … [Read more...] about BPA-Free Canned Foods: Which Brands?
BPA in Foods: How to Avoid it
In the December 2009 issue of Consumer Reports, lab tests conducted on several brands of canned juice, soups, tuna, and green beans found that almost … [Read more...] about BPA in Foods: How to Avoid it
Safe Preparation and Storage of Baby Food
Although a baby's diet is rather limited during the first year, baby food - both homemade and store-bought - has the potential to carry germs that … [Read more...] about Safe Preparation and Storage of Baby Food
Be a Grocery Store Sleuth: How to Decode Claims on Food Labels
Making Sense of Common Food Label Claims Even the savviest grocery shopper can have a hard time making sense of the claims on food labels. With … [Read more...] about Be a Grocery Store Sleuth: How to Decode Claims on Food Labels
What Does Genetically Modified Actually Mean?
The issue of genetically modified (GM) foods ignites strong emotions from both supporters and opponents. Each side bolsters its point of view with … [Read more...] about What Does Genetically Modified Actually Mean?
