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Daily Wrap: Tuesday 8/25/15

Good morning!   The UC Food Observer chooses some important stories for you to read each work day. On today’s packed menu, in no particular order:   Breaking news. Monsanto …

Daily Wrap: Wednesday 8/12/15

The UC Food Observer chooses some important stories for you to read each work day. On today’s menu, in no particular order: 1. Cutting food waste: If the amount of …

Is “big food” marketing less junk food to kids on TV?

Advertising works. Research has “documented that marketing practices that push items like sugary cereals, salted snacks and fast food put children’s long-term health at risk, by promoting unhealthy eating habits.” …

Coca Cola to enter milk market

Beverage giant Coca-Cola is launching a brand-name, premium milk called “Fairlife.” The product contains more protein, more calcium and less sugar than other milk, and is also lactose-free. Consumption of …

History of America through its food

A new book by historian and media executive Libby O’Connell traces American tastes from pemmican to Coca-Cola and beyond. The American Plate: A Culinary History in 100 Bites explores the …