Explore Decoded
8 published articles.
A parent picking up a fruit snack may see natural flavors and picture fruit. Someone with a food allergy may read the same words and need a more urgent answer: natural flavors fro…
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When The Hershey Company announced Reese's Pieces with Chocolate Cookie on July 8, the headline sounded harmless: a crunchy new candy, the first new Reese's Pieces flavor in the U…
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At noon Eastern on June 22, ALDI USA shoppers will be invited to do something that sounds harmless, even fun: click fast, claim a free box, and wait for a surprise bundle of groce…
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In a move that signals more than just dessert and caffeine on the Eastern Shore, Salisbury, Maryland has scored dual openings: the much‑buzzed bakery Crumbl Cookies and the fast‑g…
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In 2023, a family in Vermont noticed that their young son, diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, was experiencing unexpected blood glucose spikes after consuming a "natural" granola bar…
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Just in time for cookie season, the Girl Scouts of the USA have unveiled “Exploremores,” a Rocky Road–inspired treat meant to channel the spirit of discovery. But behind the toast…
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On August 26, Starbucks will once again usher in the “unofficial start of fall” with the return of its Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL). For millions, the drink has become a seasonal rit…
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Imagine this: you're standing in the snack aisle, turning over a seemingly healthy granola bar. It boasts buzzwords like "natural," "heart-healthy," and "no artificial flavors." B…
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