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Key Changes on the New Nutrition Labels – ConsumerReports.org

The serving size (in bold type) for soft drinks, ice cream, bagels, cereal, and other foods has been increased to better reflect what people eat in one sitting. For packages that hold between one and two servings, the nutrition information must now be presented for the entire package. If the package holds between two and… Read More: Key Changes on the New Nutrition Labels – ConsumerReports.org »

Drug Agency Calls for Strong Warning Labels on Popular Sleep Aids

Federal health regulators announced on Tuesday that they would require manufacturers of sleeping pills such as Ambien and related drugs to post strongly worded warnings in boxes on labels and patient guides. The Food and Drug Administration, in what it called a safety announcement, noted that the drugs’ side effects included risky behaviors, such as… Read More: Drug Agency Calls for Strong Warning Labels on Popular Sleep… »