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Former New York City Health Commissioner Mary T. Bassett Joins CSPI Board of Directors

March 7, 2019
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Salt Institute to Dissolve

​Statement of CSPI Senior Scientist Michael F. Jacobson
March 6, 2019
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National Academy of Medicine Report Confirms Advice to Eat Less Salt

Statement of CSPI Nutrition Director Bonnie Liebman
March 5, 2019
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CSPI asks USDA to Name Poultry Producers Tied to Recent Salmonella Superbug Outbreaks

Nonprofit Group Requests Names of Slaughterhouses and Processors Whose Meat Tested Positive for Salmonella Outbreak Strains
March 4, 2019
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New York City Bills Would Help Consumers—Including Kids—Eat Better at Restaurants

Statement of CSPI Vice President for Nutrition Margo G. Wootan
February 25, 2019
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FDA Announces Crackdown on Illegal Alzheimer’s Supplements and Proposes Broader Reforms

Statement of CSPI President Dr. Peter G. Lurie
February 11, 2019
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Consumers Deserve Truth on Sugary Drinks Despite Appeals Court Ruling

Statement of CSPI Policy Director Laura MacCleery
January 31, 2019
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CSPI to President Trump: Release the Hostages

Statement of CSPI Deputy Director of Regulatory Affairs Sarah Sorscher
January 24, 2019
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Two simple whole-grain sides to add to your repertoire

January 16, 2019
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Bud Light to Disclose Calories, Ingredients on Boxes

Statement of CSPI Senior Scientist Michael F. Jacobson
January 11, 2019

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Nutrition Tips

Recipe: Lentil, Apple, & Walnut Salad with Cider Dressing

This hearty salad makes great leftovers for lunch the next day. The cooking time for lentils can vary quite a bit so be sure to keep an eye on them and taste them early in the cooking.

Total time: 30 minutes. Serves 8.

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