Republican senators propose legislation aimed at nitazenes synthetic opioids.
New Legislative Initiative to Address Nitazene Threat Three Republican senators are stepping forward with a new coordinated effort to tackle nitazene, a synthetic opioid that’s starting to emerge as a potential crisis similar to fentanyl. Although it hasn’t yet entered mainstream awareness, both law enforcement and health officials are increasingly concerned about its risks. Sens. […]
Synthetic ‘tongue’ gauges spiciness of food prior to consumption
Avoid Licking Spicy Foods Researchers from China have reportedly developed an artificial “tongue” designed to swiftly assess the spice levels in food, employing a familiar taste-testing technique. The device, which is about the size of a small, clear, square softgel, is intended for users to place on their tongue to evaluate the flavor profile of […]
‘Narconomics,’ rather than prohibition, drives the increase in synthetic drugs
The “Iron Prohibition Law” has been around for almost four decades. In simple terms, it posits that as law enforcement intensifies, the potency of banned substances tends to increase. This idea often comes up in discussions about shifts in the drug trade, particularly during the ongoing opioid crisis in the U.S. While it sounds reasonable, […]
Walmart will remove synthetic dyes from its store brand items.
Walmart to Eliminate Synthetic Dyes and Ingredients by 2027 Walmart has announced plans to remove synthetic dyes, along with 30 other ingredients, from its store brand products by the year 2027. In a press release, the company stated that synthetic dyes will be eliminated from brands like Great Value, Marketside, Freshness Guarantee, and Better Cheddar. […]
Walmart to eliminate synthetic food colors and artificial additives
On Wednesday, Walmart announced that by January 2027, it will eliminate synthetic dyes and other artificial ingredients from its store brands like Great Value, Market Side, Freshness, and Better People. This Arkansas-based retailer is following in the footsteps of others, namely in Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s “Make America Healthy” campaign. Given Walmart’s position as the […]
Reject synthetic: America deserves genuine meat, not lab-created alternatives
The rise of lab-grown meat isn’t happenstance. It’s part of a calculated initiative to reshape how people in the U.S. view food. With extensive media attention and growing public approval, the narrative is straightforward: traditional ranching is harmful, consuming real meat is outdated, and synthetic meats are the way forward. However, beneath this polished message […]
The U.S. is unprepared to fight against nitazene synthetic opioids, according to a DEA agent.
The U.S. is reportedly “behind the curve” in dealing with a new synthetic drug that is even more lethal than fentanyl and doesn’t respond to Narcan, as warned by DEA agents. As U.S. and Chinese authorities intensify their efforts to combat the fentanyl crisis, some drug manufacturers, driven by profit motives, have pivoted towards creating […]
Mars announces M&M’s and Starbursts will be free of synthetic dyes by 2026
In recent months, several food companies announced plans to eliminate artificial food dyes, following directives from Health and Human Services Director Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Notably, Mars Wrigley was seen as a significant holdout until last month, when the company made a surprising shift. In late July, Mars Wrigley North America revealed plans to introduce […]
Lesser-known synthetic opioid nitazene is up to 43 times deadlier than fentanyl, does not respond to Narcan, and is harming young Americans.
A couple of friends in Texas tragically lost their lives three months apart after consuming pills laced with a dangerous new synthetic opioid. Now, one mother is pleading with US officials to raise awareness about a drug that’s reported to be 43 times more lethal than fentanyl. This potent substance has been infiltrating the United […]
Some brands are not ready to abandon synthetic dyes.
While some major American brands are removing synthetic food dyes, M&M’s and Skittles from Mars are still using them. Even after initially supporting a 2016 initiative to eliminate artificial colors, Mars has stuck with synthetic dyes. The company’s change of heart occurred when they noticed differing consumer attitudes globally—many Europeans are against these dyes, but, […]