TASTI MADE SIMPLE FOREST FRUITS
This is exactly the direction I want to see snack foods heading - REAL FOOD! Tasti deserves credit for keeping it simple and wholesome. Yes, it's sweet and calorie-dense, but it's from dates, not dodgy syrups. If they could c
Muesli Bars Rated – 2025
MANDY’S TAKE “These bars are often promoted as healthy snacks, but when we look a little closer, the nutrition picture tells a different story. While some brands have made strides by reducing additives or includin
U.S. Phases Out Harmful Food Dyes Due To Health Risks!
Parents and educators are starting to ask harder questions about what’s really in our food. With the U.S. set to phase out petroleum-based food dyes by 2026, there’s growing concern about the chemicals still allowed in pr
Ultra-Processed Foods: The Hidden Chemical Threat to Our Health
Ultra-processed foods don’t just lack nutrients, they’re often laced with synthetic chemicals, hidden additives, and microplastics linked to chronic disease. A groundbreaking 2025 Nature Medicine review reveals how these
The Hidden Ingredients Disrupting Your Child’s Health
They’re not sweet, colourful, or sugary but they may be even more harmful. Emulsifiers, thickeners and preservatives like carboxymethylcellulose and polysorbate 80 are quietly added to “healthy” kids’ foods to improve
Sorbic Acid and Potassium Sorbate – What Parents Need to Know
Food science education is evolving from rote memorization to hands-on, experiential learning. Modern curricula now incorporate real-world topics such as food waste and microbial spoilage, the safety of genetically modified fo
New Blog Post
Crackers are a popular go-to snack for many families. They’re convenient, tasty, and perfect for lunchboxes or a quick afternoon bite. But with so many options on the shelves, choosing the healthiest crackers for your child
SUGAR CANDY
A step in the right direction with natural colours, but still a sugar bomb. Save for special occasions when you want a slightly better sweet option
CARAMEL SNACK BARS
A step in the right direction with natural colours, but still a sugar bomb. Save for special occasions when you want a slightly better sweet option
FRUIT YOGHURT POUCHES
A step in the right direction with natural colours, but still a sugar bomb. Save for special occasions when you want a slightly better sweet option