Under The Microscope: Artificial Colorants

Posted by dxavier on May 22, 2009 · 3 Comments 

kids-cerealBefore we even take a bite, we anticipate flavor by the appearance of our food. Color plays an important role in our eating experience—stimulating recognition, expectation, and the ultimate enjoyment of our food. Additives have been used to enhance/impart colors in foods, drugs and cosmetics for centuries, and today are added to a wide range of foods, including candies, snack foods, margarine, processed cheese, carbonated beverages, processed vegetables, jams/jellies, gelatins, and desserts (e.g. pie filling, puddings). However, recent safety concerns have sparked fierce debate over the addition of artificial colors to the things we eat. Is the improved appearance of color-enhanced food worth the possible negative effects? Read more

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The Best Fruit Punch

Posted by axavier on March 25, 2009 · Leave a Comment 

juice-125x125by Shereen Jegtvig for Foodessentials.com

The best choices for fruit juice are plain 100% fruit juices such as apple juice, orange juice or pomegranate juice. However, sometimes it’s fun to enjoy some fruit punch or a blend of fruit juices. And kids love fruit punches and fruit drinks. Read more

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