FDA: Calorie information to become manadtory for restaurant, fast food menus
As a part of the Affordable Care Act's push to reduce obesity in the US, the FDA will make it mandatory for information about the calories in foods to be on the menu at restaurants and fast food chains...
View ArticleThe Oscar Mayer Wienermobile turns 75 today and joins American Morning on the...
It's original mission in 1936 was to spread miles of smiles, letting everyone know about Oscar Mayer hot dogs. Today, the iconic red and yellow "Wienermobile" is turning 75 years old – and Oscar Mayer...
View ArticleCan you trust restaurant calorie counts? New study says not always
Diners who refer to a restaurant's website for calorie counts in an effort to eat healthy may be surprised to learn that they may be ordering meals with more calories than they think. A new study by...
View ArticleWalmart and Walgreens to bring fresh food to underserved communities
According to the USDA, close to 14 million people in the U.S. live in so-called "food deserts" where they don't have easy access to fresh fruit, vegetables or meats. As a part of her "Let's Move"...
View ArticleJust eat it: Dealing with fish species who threaten the U.S. ecosystem by...
Two species of fish, the lion fish and the Asian carp, have invaded U.S. waters and are causing a great deal of environmental damage. The Asian carp is threatening the ecosystems of rivers and lakes...
View ArticleDeadly Salmonella outbreak kills one, hospitalizes 22 – can the U.S. keep its...
A deadly salmonella outbreak from ground turkey has spread to 26 states, claimed one life and hospitalized 22 others. Federal health officials say it may be more resistant than usual to antibiotics....
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