Posts Tagged ‘Consumer Reports’

New Tests Reinforce Concerns about Mercury in Canned Tuna

December 7th, 2010  By Naomi Starkman

Consumer Reports’ latest tests of 42 samples from cans and pouches of tuna bought primarily in the New York metropolitan area and online confirm that white (albacore) tuna usually contains far more mercury than light tuna. According to Consumers Union, pregnant women should avoid tuna and younger women and kids should limit their consumption. Read More

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A New Poll Reveals Americans Agree: FDA Not Doing Enough to Protect Food Supply

November 13th, 2008  By Naomi Starkman

According to a Consumer Reports poll released this week, Americans are becoming increasingly concerned about U.S. food safety, and the overwhelming majority want the government to do more to monitor the American food supply. Read More

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