Food Police to FDA: ‘Coke, Pepsi… unsafe for regular human consumption’

CSPI is urging the FDA to determine a safe-level of sugar consumption. Continue reading Food Police to FDA: ‘Coke, Pepsi… unsafe for regular human consumption’

Magic Vitamin: Folic acid supplements early in pregnancy may reduce child’s risk of autism by 40 percent

So there was a lot more autism before folic acid supplementation became commonplace? Continue reading Magic Vitamin: Folic acid supplements early in pregnancy may reduce child’s risk of autism by 40 percent

Study: Neither HFCS nor table sugar increases liver fat under ‘real world’ conditions

“Not only is it safe to consume caloric sweeteners at recommended levels, it is important for consumers to understand that high fructose corn syrup and table sugar have the same amount of calories and studies like this indicate your body metabolizes them about the same.” Continue reading Study: Neither HFCS nor table sugar increases liver fat under ‘real world’ conditions

Nanny-preneur Michael Seo: ‘Portion Distortion’ – Why the Soda Ban Makes Sense

The horror: “People given large bowls served themselves 31 percent more.” Continue reading Nanny-preneur Michael Seo: ‘Portion Distortion’ – Why the Soda Ban Makes Sense

Texas lawmaker Joe Farias proposes to tax soft drinks by the ounce

“A San Antonio lawmaker wants to add a penny per ounce tax on sugary drinks like soda. He says the money would then help fund public education and promote a healthier lifestyle.” Continue reading Texas lawmaker Joe Farias proposes to tax soft drinks by the ounce