Food safety continues to be in the news as this article looks at cyclospora and salmonella. A podcast episode from Minnesota Public Radio addresses food recalls and outbreaks with timely information and consumer tips. GLP-1s continue to be in the news: one article looks at the pharmaceuticalization of weight loss; a look at firms who spend lots of $$ to convince doctors to prescribe them and prescriptions for Wegovy, Zepbound are increasing for children under 12 even though they aren’t approved by the FDA. After some states have addressed surveillance pricing, the FTC is getting involved. A new study finds physical activity decreases with GLP-1s. Ever wonder what information loyalty programs might collect from users? A customer shares his 515-page report from McDonald’s loyalty program. And I can’t resist sharing some protein-added grocery items as a result of shoppers insatiable desire for protein: Kraft PowerMac; a slew of puddings – 1 @ Aldi, 1 @ Target (Winky), 1 instant pudding @ Sprouts and an item that defies logic…Devious Protein Seasoning @ Target. And 2 items from Dr. Marion Nestle who turns 90 on September 10, 2026: a new comprehensive report about ultra-processed foods & her new book w/Lisa Sunderland just published – Sugar-Coated: Unboxing the Hidden Forces Shaping America’s Favorite Breakfast Food.
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SNAP…
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- SNAP waiver update after court ruling: USDA seeks public comments
- Study: SNAP waivers led to 12% less purchases of soda in 10 states: the study didn’t find that people used their own money to buy soda
- The state of state SNAP participation
- Update on state SNAP waivers
- National Grocers Association State SNAP waiver tracker
- USDA state-by-state list of SNAP waivers
Climate/weather/war and our food…
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