Dollar stores are the fastest-growing food retailer in the United States. If more dollar stores participated in WIC, food access could improve for millions.
Dangerous food additives face more scrutiny; New York City gets new sugar labels; the link between dollar stores and public health; and a look at obesity drugs.
An assessment of Smart Snacks competitive foods—more than 600 foods and beverages available to K–12 students—reveals misaligned nutrition standards for children.
The “pumpkin” drink with more sugar than pumpkin is back on the menu at Starbucks. You can do better.
A grande (16 oz.) hot Pumpkin Spice Latte made with 2 percent milk has 390 calories—more than a Starbucks Chocolate Croissant (340).
