Did you know most food date labels like 'best by' and 'sell by' are not about food safety? This video debunks common myths ...

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California shoppers are about to see a quiet but sweeping change on grocery shelves: the familiar "sell by" date is being ...

A s a nutritionist and food policy expert, I know how challenging deciphering food labels can be. That's because a lot of label claims—such as "natural," "no cholesterol," and "healthy"—either don't ...

In a world full of dietary trends and ever-evolving health advice, reading food labels remains one of the most reliable ways to make informed choices. Food labels reveal details beyond taste and ...

When grocery shopping, there are nearly a dozen different types of labels that describe the freshness of food and produce. Labels such as "Sell By", "Use By", "Expires On" or "Best Before" — what do ...

The first step in understanding food labels is to know what information is required by law. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), there are several mandatory components of a food label ...

Not only does all of that good food go to waste, once it’s tossed it contributes to yet another problem: global warming. Food waste is a major source of methane, a potent greenhouse gas. And it’s not ...