Healthier food in schools a challenging sell, E.R.S. says 09.17.2013 By Laura Lloyd Plans are afoot to enhance the nutritional profile of optional foods by the beginning of the 2014 school year.Read More
C.D.C. calls antibiotic resistance a major health threat 09.17.2013 By Keith Nunes The agency said much of the use of antibiotics in animal agriculture is unnecessary.Read More
Study shows signs of improvement in obesity-related behaviors 09.16.2013 By Eric Schroeder Adolescents eating more fruits and vegetables, fewer sweets and sweetened soft drinks.Read More
Heart Association lists ideas on treating severely obese youth 09.11.2013 By Jeff Gelski Statement says a combination of diet changes, behavior modification and medical therapy will require time and investments.Read More
Slideshow: What’s new from Dole, Burger King, General Mills 08.30.2013 By Staff Organic, clean-label and gluten-free claims continue to surge among recent rollouts, with such ingredients as chia seeds, sprouted grains, kale and quinoa.Read More
Starbucks’ Evolution continues 08.27.2013 By Keith Nunes The company will introduce a snack platform at all of its stores starting in September.Read More
Slideshow: Health drives carnivores to eat meatless products 08.20.2013 By Monica Watrous More than a third of consumers choose meat alternatives, but only 7% are vegetarian, Mintel says.Read More
Study: Adult obesity rates leveling off, but still high 08.19.2013 By Eric Schroeder Rate of obesity exceeded 30% in 13 states in 2012.Read More
Infographic: Who reads nutrition labels? 08.14.2013 By Monica Watrous Less than half of consumers pay attention to nutrition information on restaurant menus.Read More
Energy at the core of healthy aging trend 08.14.2013 By Keith Nunes From Generation Y to boomers, consumers see sustained energy as a key component of healthRead More