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Hand Sanitizer: Friend and Foe

Before the birth of hand sanitizer in the 1990s, we focused on one way to get rid of germs: hand washing. When done correctly,...

[Label Lesson] Lunchables

You are in the refrigerator section at the grocery store, and junior asks, "Mommy, can I have that chicken nugget Lunchable?" Part of you,...

[Label Lesson] Summer's Eve Wash

Some of the most sensitive and absorbent tissue can be found in the vaginal area. Think twice before you use washes down there. After...

[Label Lesson] Omega-3 Salad Dressing

This dressing tries to lure you in by boasting omega-3 content. But the tiny amount of omega-3s present are totally not worth the Scary...

[Label Lesson] Ranch Dressing

Hidden Valley leaves MSG right out in the open in its list of unhealthy ingredients. See more Label Lessons here.

[Label Lesson] Potato Chips

Many companies will try anything to get you to buy their products, even if that means being outright misleading. This bag of chips brags...

[Label Lesson] Omega-3 Capsules

This supplement contains more than just omega-3 essential fatty acids - it also contains several potential GMO ingredients. Leave this one on the shelf...

[Label Lesson] Krill Oil Capsules

Ethyl vanillin (an artificial flavor) is found hiding in this krill oil supplement. Is it really necessary? Avoid the side effects associated with artificial...

[Label Lesson] Granola Bars

A healthy, fiber-rich antioxidant bar? Not with ingredients like these! With 5 different Scary Seven ingredients and 14 potential GMOs, these chewy bars are...