Health advocates caution about Halloween treats with artificial dyes and corn syrup
Halloween Candy Concerns While kids eagerly head out for Halloween candy, advocates from the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement warn that some treats might not be as innocent as they seem. Kendall McIntosh, a Maryland-based nutritionist, points out that many parents rationalize indulging in sugary snacks because “it only happens once a year.” But […]
The trend of ‘heavy soda’ raises discussions due to drinks containing additional syrup for increased sweetness.
A Sugary Trend on the Rise: Heavy Soda A new drink trend is making waves online, and it’s causing quite a stir among dentists. Introducing heavy soda—a fountain drink boasting an intensified syrup blend. It’s designed to deliver a sweetness strong enough to hold its ground against melting ice. A recent Reddit video and buzz […]
Coke’s Change to Corn Syrup Was Not Due to Tariffs
Corn Syrup Replaces Sugar: A Misunderstood Shift President Trump recently mentioned that Coca-Cola might shift from high fructose corn syrup back to real cane sugar. This announcement has stirred some panic among corn refiners and given free trade advocates a platform for their opinions. Scott Lincicom from Cato Institute tweeted something critical of the sugar […]
Trump Claims He Persuaded Coca-Cola To Swap Corn Syrup For Cane Sugar
Coca-Cola May Switch to Cane Sugar Following Trump’s Input Coca-Cola might change its sweetener from corn syrup to cane sugar for its products in the United States. This potential shift was highlighted in a post from former President Donald Trump on Truth Social, where he mentioned having discussions with the company about this move. “I’ve […]
Vermont maple syrup makers face uncertainty amid tariff chaos
Making maple syrup in the whimsical spring weather of New England can be an unpredictable business. Now, President Donald Trump’s ever-changing tariff policies add unease about industries that rely on multinational trade. “We feel that all sorts of disruption for businesses that are beyond our borders,” said Jim Judd, a fourth-generation Sugar Elle who owns […]
Trevor Noah talks tariffs at Grammys: 'Maple syrup is about to be $50'
The customs lectures are on the stage of the Grammy Award. The host trever Noah said that Beyonce fans could not buy concert tickets because of the possibility of a trade war that President Trump ignited. “Beyonce announced her new tour yesterday,” Noah said on Sunday. “But Beyonce has a tariff. I can't afford to […]
Why so many wacky food mashups have taken over store shelves, from Sour Patch Kids Oreos to Pepsi Maple Syrup
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream typically draws customers with gourmet takes on classic ice creams like vanilla and pistachio. But every once in a while, the New York-based artisanal ice cream maker sneaks in a so-called “shock flavor,” like Hidden Valley Ranch or pizza. Amazing flavor combinations – think gravy jones Soda or Sour Patch Kid’s […]
New Jersey school uses $1M grant to produce maple syrup
A New Jersey university is using a $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to test the feasibility of a maple syrup industry in the Garden State. Stockton University is in its fourth year of producing syrup from the 300 acres of red maple trees that surround the school. The university’s campus straddles […]
NJ maple tree project could pave the way for state’s syrup industry
New Jersey could soon establish a viable maple syrup industry through a new project. Stockton University in southern New Jersey is leading an effort to make syrup from the region’s red maple trees. The state has a historical background in maple syrup production, and a small market has grown over the years. Welcome to New […]