The FDA, after long stating that no scientific evidence conclusively links the petroleum-based colorants to hyperactivity and other ills, has agreed to reassess them.
A U.S. food advocacy group is offering a mobile application on food additive safety directly to iPhones, iPads, the iPod Touch and Android-equipped devices.
A Georgia food company announced a $34.4 million cash deal to acquire Tasty Baking Co., the iconic maker of Tastykakes and other packaged sweets that earlier this year was forced by financial difficulties to explore a merger or sale.
Researchers have found that omega-3 fatty acids could safely bolster tamoxifen therapy for women suffering from breast cancer. Omega-3s seemed to have a beneficial effect at the genetic level, making tumors more susceptible to the medication.