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US Food Brands Drop Artificial Dyes by 2027 0

Report Two major US food companies — Kraft Heinz and General Mills — have announced plans to eliminate artificial dyes from their food products sold in the United States by the end of 2027. The move comes amid growing consumer concerns and scientific debate over the potential health effects of synthetic colours, especially on children.

Diet Cherry Coke Makes a Comeback in US — Fans Rejoice!0

Coca-Cola Revives a Cult Classic Coca-Cola has reintroduced Diet Cherry Coke for a limited time, and fans are excited. The drink is back with retro-style packaging, bringing a sense of nostalgia and buzz online. The news was first shared by a popular Instagram food account, and many fans responded with enthusiasm, eager to get their

FDA Bans Areca Palm Leaf Dinnerware Over Health Risks 0

Report In a decisive step to protect public health, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has banned the use of dinnerware made from Areca palm leaves. The FDA took this action after identifying harmful toxins naturally present in these products, which include eco-friendly plates, bowls, cups, and cutlery made from the sheath of Areca

Listeria Contamination Leads to Recall of Smoked Sausage in US 0
- A to Z, Food Hygiene, Food Safety, Health & Wellness
- May 22, 2025
Recall Alert: Smoked Sausages Contaminated with Listeria The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has recalled about 100 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) smoked andouille sausage after detecting possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. Bourgeois Smokehouse, located in Thibodaux, Louisiana, produced the sausage on May 12, 2025. The sausages, which were weighed, wrapped,
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U.S. Health Department Calls for Phaseout of Petroleum-Based Dyes 0
- Food Hygiene, Food Safety
- April 25, 2025
Report The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has called on companies to phase out all petroleum-based food dyes by the end of next year. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. announced the plan Tuesday, aiming to replace synthetic dyes with natural alternatives in the U.S. food supply. FDA Commissioner Marty Makary said the
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US Drops Coconut from Food Allergen List, Boosting Exports!0
- Food Safety, Health & Wellness, News
- February 12, 2025
Report After years of advocacy by various participants in the coconut industry, the US has recently removed coconut from its list of food allergens. This decision has delighted coconut farmers, primarily from southern India. Until now, the US government classified coconut as a tree nut under the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act. The
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