Dr. Michael C. Burgess: A New Strategy is Needed to Protect Against Fake Drug Ingredients from China
Concerns Over FDA’s Green List for Pharmaceutical Ingredients As a former congressman and medical professional, I feel compelled to raise awareness about a report advocating for the discontinuation of the current regulatory stance, particularly the “Green List.” This list offers preferential treatment to certain foreign firms deemed “trusted” for importing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) into […]
Taco Bell Stores Remove Ingredients Following Increase in Cyclospora Parasites
Taco Bell Reduces Menu Items Due to Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Multiple Taco Bell locations are pulling some ingredients from their menus in response to a parasite outbreak that can lead to severe diarrhea. In several restaurants, particularly in Metro Detroit, signs have been put up informing customers that items like tacos and nachos will be served […]
Aldi is Removing More than 40 Ingredients from Its Products
Aldi to Remove Over 40 Ingredients from Private Label Products by 2027 Aldi has revealed plans to cut more than 40 ingredients, including artificial sweeteners, colors, and preservatives, from its private label products by the end of 2027. In a press release, the company stated that this change will affect food, vitamin, and supplement items […]
Hershey to change Reese’s ingredients following issues with founder’s grandson – but customers may not realize the change
Hershey to Revert to Classic Chocolate Recipe Amid Backlash Hershey has decided to return all its products to the “classic milk chocolate and dark chocolate recipe” after receiving significant criticism, particularly from the grandson of the Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups inventor. That said, many customers might not even notice these changes. By 2027, less than […]
Caution Needed for Inexpensive Chinese Drug Ingredients for Weight Loss
Patsy Reitman, president of the RX Border Defense Committee, shared concerns about the implications of health security in the U.S., suggesting that the country is a significant player in the global obesity epidemic. She described China’s potential influence in this area as a “test balloon.” Participating in this discussion were Senator Jim Banks from Indiana, […]
Foods labeled as ‘healthy’ may have harmful hidden ingredients, according to a doctor
A doctor highlights a concerning trend: many Americans consume foods marketed as “healthy,” which might actually harm their well-being. Dr. Mark Hyman, a physician and co-founder of Functional Health in California, expresses his alarm at the prevalence of unhealthy ingredients in daily diets. “The amount of refined starch and sugar that’s out there is just […]
Grandson of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Creator Claims Hershey is ‘Changing’ Ingredients That Earned Consumers’ Trust
Concerns Over Changes to Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups Brad Reese, grandson of the original creator of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, has raised alarms about Hershey allegedly “silently substituting” the chocolate and peanut butter that consumers have come to love. He believes these changes are undermining the core identity of the candy. In an open letter […]
Drone loaded with crab boil ingredients — including a jar of Old Bay — stopped before delivery over a jail
Drone Delivery Disrupted at South Carolina Prison It seems someone is in for a bit of trouble. A drone, loaded with ingredients for a festive crab boil along with jars of Old Bay seasoning, attempted a delivery over a South Carolina prison, perhaps in a misguided effort to brighten some inmates’ holiday season. However, officers […]
Doritos are getting a daring update with a change in ingredients
Doritos to Eliminate Artificial Flavors and Colors Change is on the horizon for Doritos, one of America’s beloved snacks, alongside Cheetos. PepsiCo, the company behind Doritos, has announced plans to stop using artificial flavors and colors in its products. This decision came during the third quarter earnings call, reflecting a broader move to address consumer […]
Three ingredients are prohibited in the UK due to health issues, but they are still allowed in the US.
It’s not just your imagination; there are real differences in food additive regulations between the UK and the US. The UK tends to have more rigorous rules regarding food additives, primarily because it demands a preventive approach. This means that additives must be proven safe before they’re allowed. In contrast, the US has a more […]