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England is overhauling school food standards for the first time in over a decade, banning deep-fried foods and limiting sugary desserts to once weekly. The changes will reach an extra 500,000 children through expanded free meal programs starting September 2027.
Karnataka just became the latest Indian state to protect kids from unhealthy eating by banning junk food sales within 50 meters of schools. The move addresses rising childhood obesity and aims to build lifelong healthy habits where kids spend most of their time.
Colorado just gave home cooks the freedom to turn their family recipes into real businesses. The new law lets residents sell homemade foods like tamales, empanadas, and other temperature-controlled dishes after completing a food safety course.
Democrats, Republicans, and independents overwhelmingly agree that ultra-processed foods harm health and want government action. A new study reveals rare cross-party support for policies like testing food additives and banning artificial dyes.
Democrats, Republicans, and independents agree on something surprising: ultra-processed foods need regulation. A new research collection shows bipartisan support for food safety reforms could finally spark real change.
Rio de Janeiro banned ultra-processed foods in public schools and now feeds 600,000 students two fresh meals daily, grown in school gardens. The 2023 law is reversing childhood obesity and malnutrition across Brazil's second-largest city.
New research reveals that countries with high government trust could boost organic food sales through official certification systems. The finding offers a roadmap for nations looking to make healthy eating more accessible and trusted.
California wants to help shoppers identify healthier foods with a simple front-of-package seal showing which products aren't ultra-processed. The voluntary label could change how Americans eat by rewarding companies that make healthier choices easier.
Dr. Mark Hyman is re-releasing his book on fixing America's food system, this time finding a receptive audience. Six years after his ideas fell flat, growing concern about chronic disease and food quality has people ready to listen.
The FDA's new nutrition website features an AI chatbot that openly questions the science behind the government's controversial food guidelines. When asked if the pyramid is backed by quality research, the tool points out contradictions with established evidence.
Tiny reductions in the salt content of everyday foods like bread and takeout could prevent over 125,000 heart attacks and strokes in Europe without anyone changing what they eat. Two new studies show how tweaking recipes behind the scenes could save thousands of lives.
Hong Kong is lifting its decades-old ban on dogs in restaurants, with the first pet-friendly dining spots expected to open by mid-2026. The move aims to tap into the city's booming pet economy, serving over 240,000 households with furry family members.