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FDA Bans Red Dye No. 3 From Food
Food safety experts have expressed concern that so many of the products containing the dye are marketed to children, who are especially vulnerable to developmental harm. The FDA estimates that children ages 2 to 5 in the U.S. consume twice as much Red Dye No. 3 as the rest of the American public, by body weight. In 2022, Consumer Reports…
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Best Blender and Food Processor Combos of 2025
“There’s a trend in small appliances where people prefer a multipurpose machine that can do it all,” says Stacy Canova-Turner, a CR market analyst who covers small kitchen appliances. “It’s true for blenders, food processors, toaster ovens, and air fryers. For instance, with the right combination blender and food processor, you can make your favorite strawberry daiquiri, salsa salad, or…
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How to Check for Dangerous Heavy Metals in Baby Food
Heavy metals such as lead, cadmium, and arsenic are present at generally low levels in many of the foods we eat. The Food and Drug Administration has proposed limits on heavy metals for certain baby foods. But while all humans are exposed to some heavy metals, the level of exposure—and the age at which the exposure occurs—can have a significant…
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Here’s How Robots are Farming Your Food
Summary Agricultural robots assist farmers with precision tasks without replacing human workers, enhancing efficiency and productivity. Harvesting and planting robots use advanced technology to optimize yield, improve accuracy, and adapt to various conditions. Robotics technology in agriculture continues to evolve rapidly, offering potential solutions for food security and sustainability, but initial costs remain a barrier. That tomato in your salad?…
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These Are My Favorite (Edible and Non-Edible) Food Discoveries of 2024
We may earn a commission from links on this page. As Lifehacker’s food editor, I’m proud to be your doorway to interesting cooking tips, useful cookbooks, and fancy-shmancy appliances, but there are some things that don’t fit into those categories that I’m dying to tell you about. There are snacks, kitchen accessories, and even apps that have made my relationship…
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Ransomware gang says it’s responsible for data breach at Pennsylvania food producer
Ransomware gang Black Basta today claimed responsibility for an October 2024 data breach at Furmano’s, a Pennsylvania food producer. The breach compromised the names, Social Security numbers, and addresses of 2,365 Furmano’s employees. Furmano’s has not verified Black Basta’s claim but did acknowledge the data breach was caused by a ransomware attack. Black Basta gave Furmano’s just over a week…
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How to Avoid a Holiday Food Hangover
“Simple sugar metabolizes quickly, leading to a higher spike—and faster drop—in your blood sugar levels, which can leave you feeling sluggish,” says Lauri Wright, PhD, director of Nutrition Programs at the University of South Florida College of Public Health in Tampa, Fla., and president of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. “Pairing your sweet treat with a little protein helps…
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How Mondra is targeting food net zero using Microsoft Azure cloud computing
As firms across the world aim to meet net zero targets, it’s become increasingly clear that leaders need a better understanding of the carbon footprint of their entire supply chain rather than just their immediate emissions. Scope 3 emissions, which are currently optional to report, refer to those produced by all the entities in an organization’s supply chain. While tracking…
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California Bans 6 Food Dyes in School Foods
“As a lawmaker, a parent, and someone who struggled with ADHD, I find it unacceptable that we allow schools to serve foods with additives that are linked to cancer, hyperactivity, and neurobehavioral harms,” says Jesse Gabriel (D-Encino), the California state assemblyman who authored the bill. “This bipartisan law will empower schools to better protect the health and well-being of students…
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Best Refrigerator Temperature to Keep Food Fresh
When a new batch of refrigerators comes into our labs, we start by setting the ambient temperature in our climate-controlled chambers to 70° F to simulate conditions in a typical home kitchen. Then we determine which thermostat setting on each refrigerator will get the internal temperature in the center of the unit to between 36° F and 38° F. We…
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