What’s In SunnyD? A Look At the US Versus UK Sunny Delight, popularly known as SunnyD, remains a well-known brand, especially in the U.S., but its popularity has fluctuated over the years. It’s a citrus-flavored drink that competes with both sugary beverages and healthier alternatives. I was astonished to find out that a boy in […]
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Are McDonald’s French Fries Ingredients Healthier in the U.S. or UK? By now, we’ve all probably heard about the differences in ingredients for McDonald’s world-famous French fries between the United States and Europe, notably the United Kingdom. It turns out that McDonald’s has been adding a few more ingredients to its US fries than in
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The Truth About American Cheese: Are We Eating Plastic? Cheese is not only delicious but also very nutrient-rich since it is made from milk. It is a concentrated source of protein, calcium, phosphorous, and vitamin A. But not all cheeses are created equal. There are natural cheeses made from curdling milk with an enzyme and/or
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So Happy To See Lunchables Off The School Menus I was so sad last year to learn that the food manufacturer Kraft Heinz started selling its famous Lunchables to school systems throughout the United States. But I am happy to read today that the ultra-processed product was so unpopular that the company has now stopped
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Unnecessary Food Waste In The US: Costco Butter Recall In a world where millions of people go hungry every day, it painfully saddens me to see the vast amount of food that ends up in the trash in the United States— often for reasons that have nothing to do with its safety or quality. While
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Are You Deep Frying In Bad Oil? How To Spot Rancidity I have to admit, I love to deep fry foods. The high heat of deep frying can add flavor, making foods taste more decadent and savory. It creates a delicious, crispy exterior while keeping the inside moist and tender. The Maillard reaction, which occurs
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Do Artificial Colors Make Our Food Toxic? According to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, the FDA has to approve food additives, including food colors, before they can be used in foods. The FDA defines color additives as chemicals added to food that “Offset color loss due to exposure to light, air, temperature extremes,
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Is Processed Meat Causing Harm To Our Body? When we talk about processed meat, it generally means meat preserved by smoking, curing, salting, or adding preservatives. This is done for a couple of reasons: Common Types of Processed Meat The Link Between Processed Meat And Cancer Did you know that the World Health Organization has
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Cinnamon Recall Due To Lead Poisoning The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently called for a cinnamon recall due to concerns about harmful lead found in certain foods. Lead poisoning is a health risk associated with the environment that can have long-term effects on people, especially in young children. In this blog post, we
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Street Food Safety: What You Need to Know Street food culture is an important part of urban life worldwide, offering different flavors and experiences. But is it, in fact, safe or unsafe? The key to ensuring the safety of these delectable offerings lies not only in the ingredients used but also in vendors’ adoption of
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