Articles for Tag: "FDA"

Can soda put you at higher risk for cancer? 
Can soda put you at higher risk for cancer?
Hidden food colorings found in soda products could be hazardous for your health. Get the details.
FDA calls for nutrition label revamp 
FDA calls for nutrition label revamp
Nutritional information is getting a facelift, making healthy options more accessible to consumers.
The 411 on acetaminophen 
The 411 on acetaminophen
Here are four facts you may not know about the popular pain killer.
Don’t mix cold and allergy meds, warns FDA 
Don’t mix cold and allergy meds, warns FDA
To avoid the risk of over-medication, experts say to check with your doctor first if you’re unsure whether your child’s symptoms are from a cold or allergy.
Ban on dangerous trans fats? 
Ban on dangerous trans fats?
Hoping to dramatically reduce the number of heart attacks, the FDA hopes to remove the artery-clogging ingredient from processed foods.
Danger lurking in your spice cabinet 
Danger lurking in your spice cabinet
The FDA says 12 percent of spices imported to the U.S. from overseas are contaminated. Learn more.
Beware of colored contact lenses 
Beware of colored contact lenses
Creepy vampire? Blue-eyed goddess? The FDA is warning folks not to wear these costume contacts. Find out why.