Nutrition
Dietary guidance, food health risks, and nutrition science.
USDA issues public health alert for mislabeled chicken sold in nine states
USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service issued a public health alert for 21-ounce Private Selection Honey Dijon Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts with Rib Meat sold in nine states after the back label failed to declare egg as an allergen.
Marks & Spencer Pink Lady apples recalled in Ireland over salmonella risk
Ireland’s Food Safety Authority has issued a recall alert for three Marks & Spencer Pink Lady apple products after a possible salmonella risk was identified. Shoppers are being told not to eat the affected batches, all carrying a June 24, 2026 use-by date.
Morningstar Farms recalls Buffalo Chik'n Nuggets and Hot & Spicy Sausage Patties over possible plastic pieces
Morningstar Farms is recalling select Buffalo Chik'n Nuggets and Hot & Spicy Sausage Patties over possible plastic pieces. The recall covers specific date codes sold in the U.S., Puerto Rico and Costa Rica, and no injuries have been reported.
Salmonella recall pulls sprout products from Norwegian stores
Norske Spirer AS is recalling eight sprout products after salmonella was found in alfalfa-containing items. The products were sold through major Norwegian grocery chains, BAMA and foodservice channels, and consumers are being told to throw them away.
West Berkshire Council warns residents about recalled children's craft and toy products containing asbestos
West Berkshire Council has urged residents to stop using some recalled children’s craft and toy products after officials said certain sand-based items were found to contain very low levels of asbestos. The council said outdoor play sand is not affected and directed households to check the government recall list.
Cook more at home to reduce ultra-processed food intake, say cardiologist groups
European cardiology groups published a consensus statement urging patients at risk of heart disease to eat fewer ultra-processed foods and cook more at home.
This simple blood test might detect depression before symptoms appear
NYU researchers reported that a blood-based epigenetic marker was associated with depressive symptoms that are harder to detect clinically, especially non-somatic symptoms.
Optimizing Food-Is-Medicine Programs for High Blood Pressure—Reply
JAMA Internal Medicine published a reply on April 6, 2026, arguing that food-is-medicine programs for high blood pressure need stronger nutrition targets and behavioral science to work better.