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Food safety, nutrition, and health news from the Center for Science in the Public Interest, your food and health watchdog. Founded in 1971, the Center for Science in the Public Interest is an independent, science-based consumer advocacy organization with an impressive record of accomplishments and a clear and ambitious agenda for improving the food system to support healthy eating.
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The Straight Shot: Federal vaccine updates - Aug 7, 2025

SNAP’s role in nutrition: What works and what doesn’t

Misinformation lends itself to social contagion; here’s how to recognize and combat it

Vested interests. Influence muscle. At RFK Jr.’s HHS, it’s not pharma. It’s wellness.

Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' and public health: What to know

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RECIPES
Healthy, hearty recipes to keep you cozy this fall
Get cozy with seasonal produce, lean proteins, whole grains, and legumes

FARM BILL
Dietary Guidelines should be led by science—not politics
Mary Story and Eric Rimm argue that new Farm Bill language could diminish the integrity of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans

SUPPLEMENTS
FDA expands list of supplements containing toxic yellow oleander
An FDA review of dietary supplements purchased online and labeled as tejocote root found that samples contained toxic yellow oleander—a poisonous plant that can be fatal to humans

Government Accountability
How GusNIP in the next Farm Bill can help small farmers
Expanding the GusNIP program in the next Farm Bill will help small farmers and make it easier for consumers who use SNAP to get fresh fruits and vegetables.

Healthy Kids
Back to school: The easiest, healthiest packed lunches

Industry Accountability