Sysco, a major player in the food distribution industry, is gearing up to reveal its quarterly earnings. This company, worth a whopping $35. 6 billion, supplies everything from fresh produce to kitchen equipment to various food service businesses. Experts predict Sysco will report a profit of $0. 9
Chickens are what they eat, but how exactly does their food impact their growth and energy? A recent investigation dug into this question. Researchers were curious about how tweaking the energy and protein content in chicken feed affects their tiny powerhouses, known as mitochondria. They focused on
Eggs are a big deal in the global food market. But not every country treats them the same way. In the U. S. , eggs get a bath and a chill before hitting the shelves. This can be a problem when sending them to other countries. So, what's the best way to keep eggs fresh for a long time? A study looke
Big food companies are pushing back hard against efforts to regulate their products. They've formed a new group called Americans for Ingredient Transparency. This group wants to make sure food rules are decided at the federal level, not by individual states. They say state-by-state rules will make f
Phthalates, a group of chemicals used to make plastics flexible, have been around for decades. They are found in many everyday items, from food packaging to medical equipment. Scientists have known about the potential dangers of these chemicals for a long time. Yet, despite growing evidence, regulat
A recent study suggests that a significant portion of the global population needs to adjust their eating habits to combat climate change. The research, led by Dr. Juan Diego Martinez, indicates that 44% of people worldwide must change their diets to keep global warming below 2 degrees Celsius. The
People often enjoy crabs and lobsters, especially during holidays. But have you ever wondered if these creatures feel pain when they are cooked? A recent study sheds some light on this question. Researchers studied the European shore crab to see how it reacts to potentially harmful stimuli. They us
A Portland company has pulled some of its sausages from the market. Olympia Provisions has recalled nearly 1, 930 pounds of their holiday kielbasa sausages. The U. S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service announced this on Friday. These sausages were sold in stores across C
In the small town of Capac, Michigan, a food pantry sees a steady stream of cars, each waiting for basic supplies like lettuce and apples. These items, once affordable, have seen their prices climb or remain stubbornly high. Taylor Ludwig, a 35-year-old mother of three, is one of those waiting in li
Food allergies in children are a big deal. Some kids grow out of them, but others don’t. So, what’s the deal? First, let’s talk about the good news. Milk and egg allergies are common, but many kids outgrow them. In fact, up to 95% of children eventually tolerate these foods. It often starts with ba
