“Best by,” “use by,” “sell by” and “best if used by.” These are all labels California retailers use to show how long a food product is at its “best quality.” With so many different labels to consider, ...

Spectrum food labels at the front of packs rating products from least to most healthy led to healthier food and beverage selections than labels that only highlighted the positive attributes of food or ...

Walking through a grocery store can feel straightforward, but much of what appears simple is carefully engineered. Packaging, language, and visual cues are designed to influence quick decisions, often ...

“Healthy” labels on children’s food often mask high sugar and ultra-processed ingredients, exploiting vague regulations and busy parents’ trust. Repeated controversies—from health drinks to ...