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Grocery weight label complaints more than doubled in a year, data showsThe Canadian Food Inspection Agency received 89 complaints related to 'net quantity concerns' from May 1, 2023 to April 30, 2024, according to data shared with Global News.ConsumerMay 31
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Lots of restaurant foods labelled gluten-free aren’t, U.S. study findsThe study suggests that people with celiac disease might be at risk when they eat at restaurants.HealthApr 3, 2019
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Health Canada wants to make sure you know your food is high in sugar, sodium and saturated fatFoods high in salt, sugar or saturated fat would carry a warning label on the front of the package, under the proposed regulations.HealthFeb 9, 2018
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The end of ‘mystery meat’? UBC researcher develops test to see exactly what’s in your hamburgerMany consumers may think that when they see the words "100 per cent beef" on food packaging, that's actually what they're getting. But that's not always the case.ConsumerNov 28, 2017
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New food labels designed to make comparing serving sizes easier, Health Canada saysWith the new labels, Canadians will also be able to tell how much sugar is in a product because the sugar-based ingredients will be grouped together.ConsumerDec 14, 2016
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Canada’s Food Guide: What the government is changing to help Canadians eat betterHealth Canada announced that changes are coming to Canada's Food Guide. But there are other changes in the works as well, all in an effort to help you make healthier eating decisions.CanadaOct 24, 2016
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What is irradiated beef and is it healthy?Health Canada announced its seeking regulatory changes that would allow for the sale of irradiated ground beef on grocery store shelves across the country.CanadaMay 30, 2016
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