Fast food television commercials aimed at children ages 2–11 did not comply with self-imposed guidelines organized through the Better Business Bureau (BBB) during a one-year study period, according to a … Continue Reading →
The U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Kathleen Sebelius and U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack have announced the appointment of 15 nationally recognized experts … Continue Reading →
The U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) are holding a public meeting of the 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee (DGAC) on … Continue Reading →
WASHINGTON — Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), who recently urged energy drink makers to stop marketing to children, is now imploring the Office of Management and Budget to swiftly review guidelines … Continue Reading →
According to Reuters, snacks sold in U.S. schools would need to be lower in fat, salt, and sugar and include more nutritious items like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, under … Continue Reading →
The World Health Organization (WHO) has for the first time recommended limits on children’s daily consumption of sodium which it hopes will help in the global fight against diet-related diseases … Continue Reading →
WASHINGTON — The Food Marketing Institute, Grocery Manufacturers Association and National Grocers Association released free guidelines designed to promote model practices in digital couponing and reduce the incidence of coupon … Continue Reading →
MATTHEWS, N.C. — Harris Teeter embraced a more transparent animal welfare policy this week, posting current sourcing practices and welfare goals on its website. read more Supermarket News
