While candy will never be considered a health food, taking a few extra seconds to read the label on your sweet treat can help you make a choice that’s better for you and the planet. Seeing palm oil on the ingredients list is one clue you may be indulging wisely.

The U.S. Census Bureau found that Americans consume about 22 pounds of candy annually. While moderation is still recommended, some…

Agri View: Label Reading

Everett Griner talks about what is really important on the label in today’s Agri View. Hear Everett’s report and learn more. →

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is looking at redefining the term “healthy” on food packages to better align it with modern nutritional understanding. This means more foods that contain healthy fats such as Malaysian certified sustainable palm oil may soon have the word “healthy” on their labels. Current FDA food regulations only allow foods that are low in fat and cholesterol to be…

Today’s shoppers replenishing their milk, eggs and bread supply are significantly different than grocery buyers just a few years ago. We combed the latest research to develop this list describing the next-generation grocery shopper.

Take a look around your food store aisles. Today’s grocery buyer isn’t much like yesterday’s bargain hunter. The next-generation grocery shopper is comfortable paying more for products which align with their values. They’re reading labels for Malaysian certified sustainable palm oil and other natural, non-GMO ingredients. They want wholesome products which are both environmentally friendly and…

If you’re a label reader, you may be seeing more palm oil in your favorite food products. In the United States, most of the palm oil comes from Malaysia. There are many reasons why food manufacturers are choosing this versatile and tropical-sounding ingredient. Read on to learn why palm oil is in foods such as pizza, bread, peanut butter, candy and granola bars. Palm oil is naturally trans…

Understanding Gluten-Free Label Reading

GlutenFree219 is now proud to be affiliated with GiG, The Gluten Intolerance Group National non-profit organization with a mission to educate and build awareness on celiac, food allergies and gluten intolerance.  Here is some very helpful information on how you can be sure what your buying is gluten-free by understanding labels.

THE GLUTEN FREE LABEL READING

When shopping for packaged foods,…