'Food Genome' Map May Help Consumers Eat Better
Until now, the only way to find out what Americans eat and how many calories they consume has been government data, but researchers are trying to change that.
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Why Mickey Mouse Is Shaping Up on Childhood Obesity
Disney is making the food at its theme parks more healthful, and in 2015, it will begin applying nutritional standards to the foods advertised on its networks. Is this good-nutrition shift altruism, or just smart marketing? CEO Robert A. Iger says it's both.
Happy Meal Lawsuit Dismissed by Calif. Judge
A San Francisco judge has dismissed a proposed class-action lawsuit that sought to stop McDonald's Corp. from using toys to market its meals to children in the Golden State.
Walmart's New Health Food Push: Too Hard to Swallow?
Walmart, which has long been associated with cheap, high-calorie, low-nutrition foods, wants to get healthy: Its new "Great for You" initiative aims to show shoppers it can help them eat healthy on a budget. But can the retail tiger change its spots -- or it's rep?
McDonald's Turns On a Dime to Beat Happy Meal Law
When San Francisco outlawed free toys with meals that don't meet certain nutritional requirements, the McDonald's Happy Meal looked set to become a bit less happy there. But Ronald and Co. have cooked up a clever solution.
Can You Make Better Soda Than Coke or Pepsi?
There's an unusual cola war brewing in the home-based pop market between SodaStream and Primo Water. But why make your own soda? Is it easier? Cheaper? Healthier? You're probably going to like all three answers.
Nestle Annouces New Health-Oriented Strategy as Sales Rise
Nestle's nine-month sales topped analysts estimates and the company announced a new strategy to become the world's largest nutrition, health and wellness company on Friday.
Inside Wall Street: Why Vitacost Is a Healthy Online Retail Play
Vitacost.com is a relatively tiny online retailer that's been battling with giants such as Amazon , Walmart), and GNC. Even so, Vitacost is a leading pure play in Internet retailing and direct marketing of health and wellness products, such as vitamins and dietary supplements.
Soda Makers Claim Victory in War on Sugary Drinks in Schools
Bottlers declared guidelines to cut sugary drinks in kids' diets a success, claiming a 95% drop in full-calorie sodas shipped to schools and a 72% cut in all drink types. Yet sales haven't suffered and childhood obesity and diabetes rates climb unabated. So what's happening to all that soda?
