Consumer Reports has found high levels of lead in several children's snacks labeled as 'organic,' including products from LesserEvil and Serenity Kids, which are sold at major retailers. Once Upon a Farm's snacks showed the lowest lead levels ever tested. The report advises parents to limit their children's intake of these snacks and diversify their diet to reduce exposure to harmful metals. LesserEvil maintains that their products meet regulatory standards.
A study by the Environmental Working Group found detectable levels of the pesticide chlormequat in 92% of nonorganic oat-based foods, including popular cereals like Cheerios and Quaker Oats. While the substance's impact on humans is not fully understood, the EWG recommends opting for organic oat products, as they are grown without synthetic pesticides. Experts echo this advice, emphasizing the potential risks to fetal development and reproductive systems. The EPA is considering approving chlormequat for use on crops grown in the U.S., despite concerns raised by scientists and environmental health professionals.
Suzanne Somers' husband, Alan Hamel, tearfully reveals her final days battling breast cancer and their last road trip together. He shares a vision he had of her after her passing and discusses their unique Hollywood love story. Hamel also reveals that Suzanne's dying wish was for him to continue her company and provide organic products to her customers. He reflects on their strong bond and the challenges they faced, including Suzanne's lifelong battle with cancer. Now alone for the first time in 55 years, Hamel plans to honor Suzanne's legacy and keep her company alive.
Whole Foods opened its first store in Rochester, New York, after overcoming legal challenges from opponents concerned about the impact on nearby residents and traffic. The 50,000-square-foot store is located in Brighton and is known for selling organic products and keeping processed foods off its shelves. Wegmans, which has a store within a mile of Whole Foods, quietly backed the litigation financially.
