The serving size is the first thing to check on a food label. It tells you how much of the product's nutritional information ...
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More than two-thirds of the 23 protein powders tested by Consumer Reports had lead levels exceeding the watchdog group’s ...
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On Nutrition: Serving Sizes Cause Confusion

It can be unclear when checking serving sizes on labels and those used to make recommendations, such as the USDA food pyramid. DEAR J.L.: Food serving sizes on the food pyramid and Nutrition Facts ...
How much food is the “right” amount - and why is it so hard to work that out? Ruth Alexander explores the world of portion sizes, starting with the rise of “portion distortion” in the United States, ...
Consumer Reports has been testing for lead in food and drink products for years. In addition to finding more protein powders ...
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From Snoop and Willie to Seth Rogan and Gwyneth Paltrow, celebrities are betting big on cannabis beverages. Kathleen writes about the culture and business of making and drinking wine from her home in ...
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In the 2025 election, four candidates are seeking two at-large seats on the Marshalltown city council: JBS employee and bus ...