Todays Newsbites

National Parks Menus Get Healthier

If you visited any of Americas national

Putting Farmed Salmon to the Test

Do the heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids

Average American Cholesterol Levels No Longer Improving

Americans LDL cholesterol levels have stopped

Surprising Kitchen Dirty Spots

Whats the dirtiest place in your kitchen?

Indulgence Tops Health When Eating Out

Picking healthy foods when eating out is a priority

FDA Cracks Down on Diabetes Scams

The US Food and Drug Administration is cracking down on 15 companies trying to cash

Cereal Scientists Set Whole Grain Standard

How much of a food product has to be whole grains to qualify to use the term

Imported Salsas High in Lead

There may be more than a fiery kick in that imported salsa.

Do Consumers Really Want Menu Info?

Advocates of health-conscious menu labeling have their work cut out for

FDA Eyeing Front-of-Package Nutrition Claims

The US Food and Drug Administra - tion (FDA) is going after misleading nutrition claims on the front of food packages-an effort that may ultimately lead to a single official symbol giving consumers an at-a-glance guide to healthy choices. As the agency sent a warning letter to food companies, Commissioner Margaret Hamburg said the FDA will investigate whether any packaging claims violate its labeling rules and will take enforcement action against any egregious examples.