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Mom sues Nalgene-maker

The last couple weeks were 'bad news' weeks for the controversial chemical BPA (bisphenol A) used in products such as baby bottles, polycarbonate ... Read More »

FDA shuts up shop when tough situations arise?

Is the FDA underprepared to protect the American public from the overwhelming growth in processed food products and other products that seem to ... Read More »

FDA poses new voluntary rules to fresh-cut food suppliers

I don't know about you, but the recent rash of food borne illnesses in fresh produce have me thinking every time I pick up my bag of baby spinach or ... Read More »

The 10 worst trans fats foods

Trans fats have taken hold of the headlines recently: cities are banning them, restaurants are banning them, and we're all supposed to be avoiding ... Read More »

Should the FDA release more drug safety data?

It's amazing how much advertising I see on television these days regarding the various prescription drugs that give the appearance of treating any ... Read More »

FDA plans to approve controversial cow antibiotic

Despite serious concerns from serious people, the FDA is apparently planning to approve a new antibiotic for cattle. It's called cefquinome, and the ... Read More »

FDA cuts mean fewer food inspections

With all of the recent headlines dealing with contaminated food, I've been wondering whether there really is a food safety issue in this country, or ... Read More »

Lead levels and lunch boxes: getting the story straight

When the Consumer Product Safety Commission safety tested soft vinyl lunch boxes in 2005, they found that 20% contained dangerous levels of lead -- so ... Read More »

Diet pills approved...for your dog

As you probably know, obesity is considered a national epidemic in the US -- it's the second leading cause of preventable death, with about 127 ... Read More »

Coming to a supermarket near you: clones!

After what has been deemed suitable testing, the FDA is ready to to give the green light and allow meat and milk from cloned animals into the food ... Read More »