Fat In Fiber's Clothing? Nutrient-Spiked Foods Top Shopping Lists Aug 21, 2009
The FDA recently sent General Mills a letter saying that Cheerios was being "promoted for conditions that cause it to be a drug" -- lowering cholesterol 4% in six weeks. General Mills says it is working with the FDA, that its fiber health claim "has been FDA-approved for 12 years," and that the cholesterol claim has been on Cheerios boxes for more than two years. (W-USA News, DC)
Are Nutrient-Spiked Foods Really Better? Aug 21, 2009
The FDA recently sent General Mills a letter saying that Cheerios was being "promoted for conditions that cause it to be a drug" -- lowering cholesterol 4 percent in six weeks. General Mills says it is working with the FDA, that its fiber health claim "has been FDA-approved for 12 years," and that the cholesterol claim has been on Cheerios boxes for more than two years. (Click2Houston, TX)
Breakfasts of champions Aug 20, 2009
Choose cereals that have at least 3 grams of fiber and less than 10 grams of sugar, such as Cheerios, Kashi's GoLean, All Bran or Fiber One. Skip most cereals with mascots because research shows children's cereals have more calories, sugar and sodium than those without a licensed character. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Will free kids meals entice you to eat out more? Aug 19, 2009
I was exiting an airplane this spring and SHOCKED to see a row that had Cheerios EVERYWHERE. I had never seen so many Cheerios ( out of a box) in my life ... I looked at the flight attendant and said ROW 20 has more Cheerios in it than I have ever seen She looked puzzled and I told her that the cleaning crew needs a MAJOR heads up ASAP. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Think teens don't read? Wrong Aug 15, 2009
I did have a kid that read the back of a Cheerios box and then wrote a book review about it, she added. Showman Farrar also said a popular book series like Harry Potter or Twilight definitely gets kids and teens reading. (Woburn Advocate, MA)
Kids could suffer bone, heart damage later if lacking vitamin D Aug 3, 2009
Bowl of Cheerios, plain (1 cup): 40. Chocolate milk (1 cup): 100. (USA Today -- News)
Purveyors of everyday basics to offer insights Jul 27, 2009
Cheerios maker General Mills Inc. posted a big profit earlier this month. When it will report: Thursday, July 30. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Somebody Call Officer Crumb! Jul 25, 2009
The biggest box of Cheerios in most grocery stores used to be 20 ounces as opposed to its 17-ounce Kellogg's counterparts. But the cereal giant has recently , while holding prices steady, to combat increased grain prices. (Slate)
Getting Acquainted With 25 Questions Jul 17, 2009
Cheerios *Compiled by Jan Whaley. Mid-Iowa Newspapers 2009. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Company News Jul 5, 2009
07/02/2009 - Updated 07:34 PM ET. By David Lieberman, USA TODAY. (USA Today -- Money)
General Mills posts top profits and positive outlook Jul 2, 2009
MILWAUKEE (Reuters) , the maker of Cheerios cereal and yogurt, forecast better-than-expected earnings for the current fiscal year, helped by new products and moderating commodity costs ... To keep wooing shoppers, the food maker has been pushing new versions of its products like banana nut Cheerios and boosting marketing. (USA Today -- Money)
General Mills: 2010 Profit to Rise, Costs to Slow Jul 2, 2009
General Mills Inc. reported Wednesday that its fiscal fourth-quarter profit beat estimates as sales of top brands like Cheerios rose while consumers continued eating at home. Customers look at General Mills' Cheerios cereal varieties at a store in Palo Alto, Calif ... Customers look at General Mills' Cheerios cereal varieties at a store in Palo Alto, Calif. (ABC News -- Wire)
General Mills Q4 profits double Jul 2, 2009
Profits were fueled by a 12 percent increase in sales for General Mills U.S. retail unit, which along with the pizza rolls and frozen vegetables includes such iconic brands as Cheerios cereal, Bisquick baking mix and Pillsbury refrigerated dough products. More favorable commodity prices also helped boost profits. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
NyQuil Survives Nanny State Police, For Now Jul 2, 2009
The FDA of late has been flexing its regulatory muscles, even going so far last May as to accuse General Mills of violating federaldrug labeling laws because boxes of its Cheerios product advertised the cereal might help reduce cholesterol. Just last month, President Barack Obama signed legislation into law that gave the FDA power to regulate tobacco products. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
General Mills' Q4 Profit Nearly Doubles Jul 2, 2009
For the period ended May 31, the maker of Cheerios cereal, Yoplait yogurt and Progresso soup posted income of $358 ... The Food and Drug Administration slapped the company with a warning in May over its Cheerios cereal, saying the box's claims about heart benefits contain "serious violations" of federal law. (SmartMoney)
Stocks advance after mixed economic reports Jul 2, 2009
The maker of Cheerios cereal and Yoplait yogurt also offered earnings guidance for 2010 above analysts' expectations. Analysts say earnings reports coming in the next few weeks will largely determine which way the market heads in the third quarter. (USA Today -- Money)
Finding Hope in America Jun 19, 2009
" Highby said Alex woke up long enough to have a bowl of Cheerios before going back to sleep, and on Monday morning, it was Lucky Charms that he ate upon waking. One of the first things Highby did with Alex and Zach is make a trip to Fareway in Nevada. "(Alex) picked out a few things he wanted to try. He was impressed with our big bags of chips," Highby said. It was while they were at Fareway that Highby got his first observation of the politeness of his Russian visitor. One of the ladies who... (Nevada Journal, IA)
"Food, Inc.'' serves up righteous indignation Jun 19, 2009
Food, Inc.' movie review - 'Food, Inc.' showtimes - The Boston Globe - The Boston Globe. Local Search Site Search. (Boston Globe)
no First Amendment defense in Woody Allen v. American Apparel Jun 18, 2009
He had alleged that American Apparel's billboard advertising campaign featuring a still photo of him dressed as a Hasidic Jew from the film Annie Hall" was a blatant misappropriation of his image. Neither side said much at the time about why they had settled the case, but U.S. District Judge Thomas P. Griesa's rulings at a pretrial hearing May 11 - in which he said American Apparel's liability was "very clear" -- provide much of the missing context.American Apparel's defense against... (Harper's Magazine)
Boston.com's Glenn Yoder details his 50-pound weight loss Jun 17, 2009
After all, if I'm switching breads from white to high-fiber whole-wheat, and cereals from Frosted Flakes to Cheerios, surely I can allow for real mayo on that sandwich or an occasional bowl of oatmeal with brown sugar to break up the breakfast monotony. And I didn't consider getting rid of popcorn - I still made room for that once a week with no major changes. (Boston Globe)
Economizing takes beans, lint and more beans Jun 16, 2009
Sometimes you have to splurge, and Cheerios taste much better in milk than pintos do. - Don't run hot water while brushing your teeth. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Class of 2009 receives their diplomas -- PHOTO GALLERY Jun 16, 2009
Valedictorian Oddleifson got the crowd to laugh when he talked of the breakfast cereal he has eaten everyday for the last four years (Great Grains and Cheerios it is absolutely fantastic ), when they thought third graders were huge and when he ended his speech with a quote from a t-shirt he often wears ( You know who you are ). Yet, it was his talk about how change doesn t have to be profound or political that was meant to inspire his classmates. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
SCITUATE THE HUMOR POTENTIAL -- Miracles at the market Jun 5, 2009
Recently, the Food and Drug Administration told the maker of Cheerios to stop making inappropriate claims about the popular cereal s ability to lower cholesterol and treat heart disease. The FDA said the language on the Cheerios box suggests the cereal is designed to prevent or treat heart disease. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Letters to the Editor for Thursday, May 28, 2009 (1053) May 29, 2009
Published: Thursday, May 28, 2009 2:12 AM HST Pirates reach Kauai Re-think your message Prescription Cheerios No more price hikes Boaters should be careful Ocean safety awareness ... Prescription Cheerios ... On May 5, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a warning letter to General Mills for making claims on its cereal boxes that Cheerios can help lower cholesterol. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Loretta LaRoche: Miracle cures abound in your supermarkets aisles or not May 20, 2009
Last week, the Food and Drug Administration told the maker of Cheerios to stop making inappropriate claims about the popular cereal s ability to lower cholesterol and treat heart disease. The FDA said the language on the Cheerios box suggests the cereal is designed to prevent or treat heart disease. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
KID-FRIENDLY: Dietitians' advice and recipes May 20, 2009
The meal might be whole-grain toast, topped with peanut butter and apple or banana slices, and served with a glass of low-fat milk or a bowl of whole-grain hot or cold cereal (oatmeal, Cheerios, raisin bran) with fruit and low-fat milk, he says. Or it could be eggs, whole-grain toast and 100% orange juice fortified with calcium and vitamin D, says , a registered dietitian in Boston, mother of three girls and author of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Feeding Your Baby and Toddler. (USA Today -- News)
Students learn about nutrition May 20, 2009
Her classmate Elizabeth Renner brought in Honey Bunches of Oats and Cheerios, and classmate Hudson Bradley also brought in Honey Bunches of Oats, as well as granola bars. The lessons might have led to changes in breakfast habits at home. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
FDA Needs to Get a Life May 19, 2009
Apparently some FDA regulator was pouring his kid or himself a bowl of Cheerios recently, and noticed that the box containing one of the most popular cereals of all time contained a claim that the product could help reduce cholesterol ... These regulators obviously suffering from too much time on their hands and too much power in their pockets are making the ludicrous claim that in making its cholesterol-lowering claims about Cheerios, General Mills is marketing a drug ... Can you imagine the... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
FDA questions General Mills' Cheerios marketing May 15, 2009
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration sent a warning letter to last week asking it to change how it promotes the health benefits of Cheerios. The FDA told General Mills to stop promoting Cheerios, the country s best-selling cereal, as a product that can lower cholesterol levels, reduce heart disease and reduce the risk of cancer ... A local branch of the FDA gave the Golden Valley-based food provider 15 days to explain how it will correct its statements on Cheerios. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
FDA challenges Cheerios' cholesterol claims May 15, 2009
FDA challenges Cheerios cholesterol claims ... In a warning letter sent to the chairman of General Mills (maker of Cheerios) and posted on the agency s Web site, the FDA says: Based on claims made on your product s label, we have determined that your Cheerios Toasted Whole Grain Oat Cereal is promoted for conditions that cause it to be a drug because the product is intended for use in the prevention, mitigation, and treatment of disease ... The agency takes special issue with, for example, this... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
FDA Calls Cheerios a Drug May 14, 2009
com - FDA Calls Breakfast Cereal Cheerios a Drug ... FDA Calls Breakfast Cereal Cheerios a Drug ... WASHINGTON The popular breakfast cereal Cheerios is a drug, at least if the claims manufacturer General Mills makes on the label are anything to go by, the Food and Drug Administration says. (Newsmax)
Cheese puffs, with added vitamin D May 14, 2009
General Mills Inc., the maker of Cheerios, is in hot water with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for taking those claims too far. The FDA sent a letter earlier this month to the CEO of General Mills stating that health claims on Cheerios boxes, including that the cereal can help lower cholesterol in six weeks, are unauthorized and must be changed ... Those claims do not appear on Cheerios packages sold in Canada. (Globe and Mail)
Business briefs: Pelco dumps 17 sales jobs May 14, 2009
General Mills scolded over Cheerios claims. Federal regulators have scolded the maker of Cheerios, saying the company made inappropriate claims about the popular cereal's ability to lower cholesterol and treat heart disease ... The Food and Drug Administration said in a warning letter to General Mills that language on the Cheerios box suggests the cereal is designed to prevent or treat heart disease by lowering cholesterol. (Fresno Bee)
FDA: Cheerios Claims Could Make It A Drug May 13, 2009
The Food and Drug Administration has warned Cheerios that it will either have to stop promoting the cereal as reducing cholesterol by a certain percentage or face seizure and injunction against manufacturer General Mills ... Cheerios maker General Mills stood by the claim, but said it would work with the FDA to address its concerns ... Cheerios, for example, reduces that risk via lowering LDL cholesterol. (Multichannel News)
Cheerios health benefits less than advertised May 13, 2009
Cheerios health, nutrition benefits less than advertised, FDA says - The Boston Globe ... Cheerios health, nutrition benefits less than advertised, FDA says ... WASHINGTON - Cheerios, the world's best-selling cereal, isn't so wholesome as its maker General Mills Inc. contends, US regulators said. (Boston Globe)
FDA objects to Cheerios' health claims May 13, 2009
FDA objects to Cheerios' health claims. Article:FDA objects to Cheerios' health claims:/c/a/2009/05/12/BUGO17J2FN.DTL Article:FDA objects to Cheerios' health claims:/c/a/2009/05/12/BUGO17J2FN.DTL ... FDA objects to Cheerios' health claims. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
NOW OBAMA ADMIN BATTLES CHEERIOS May 13, 2009
FDA Blasts General Mills Over Cheerios Claim - wcbstv ... FDA Blasts General Mills Over Cheerios Claim ... FDA Blasts General Mills Over Cheerios Claim. (The Drudge Report)
Waitressing: Five things to never do while eating out May 11, 2009
Cheerios What is a harmless breakfast cereal doing on this list. Anyone who has ever cleaned up after a table with a toddler munching on these wholesome o's knows exactly what I mean. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Robert Choate Jr.; helped change eating habits in US May 11, 2009
Kellogg's Corn Flakes, Rice Krispies, and Frosted Flakes, and General Mills's Cheerios and Wheaties ranked among the worst. To an industry that spent a reported $87. (Boston Globe)
Unusual Breakfast Combinations May 2, 2009
Chocolate chips in Cheerios and milk. The cold milk makes the chips nice and crunchy. (Epicurious.com)
We count calories. Why not carbon? May 1, 2009
Denver Thanks to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), I see that my serving of Honey Nut Cheerios has 110 calories ... Your Free 2 Boxes Cheerios. (Yahoo News)
Which of these is healthy? Apr 30, 2009
Nestle had decreased the amount of sugar and salt in its Milo cereal, but upped the levels of salt in Cheerios and Nesquick. Kellogg's cut sugar and salt in Crunchy Nut Clusters but upped salt in Frosties. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
JIM DODSON: Martha Stewart Wears Me Out Apr 28, 2009
I let the dogs outside and had a bowl of Cheerios instead. Though there's absolutely no written evidence to prove it, frankly I've had an exhausting week just trying to keep up with Martha's busy daily life. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Food pantry seeks help (2) Apr 19, 2009
For example, if you buy a box of Cheerios to donate to the pantry it will cost about $3. 60 in a local market. (Wellsboro Gazette, PA)
Everything you need to know to get you started running on the right foot Apr 16, 2009
It also doesn't mean you have to start dumping protein powder into your Cheerios. Reality is, exercise works best for those who understand food. (Boston Globe)
Chocolate at 1? Apr 12, 2009
"Um, um." Before another request for brownie, I whisk away the dessert and add Cheerios to his tray. Simon happily chews on the Cheerios ... But chocolate for him, I suspect, ultimately will trump Cheerios. (Boston Globe)
considers the state of the economy and the affect on her family after lunch on Monday. Apr 3, 2009
No longer could her family afford her both Kix and the yogurt-covered Cheerios cereals. We have to eat as much cereal as we can before it goes stale, Ellie said, adding that she s noticed a disturbing trend in increasing meals of leftovers at the dinner table. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
Five ads I hate. Can someone stop them? Apr 1, 2009
MultiGrain Cheerios (or sickening intimations of a British invasion): In this ad for emasculation, I mean cereal, a hapless, lumpy Brit asks his whey-faced British wife if she is watching her weight as she dourly eats her MultiGrain Cheerios. The response: homicidal desire veiled as hurt feelings, repeated until the lumpy Brit tells himself to shut up while the contented cow continues to spoon cereal into her four-chambered stomach. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
No final victory Mar 29, 2009
Comfort was a salad bowl filled with Cheerios. By the time she was 9, she weighted 145 pounds. (Anchorage Daily News)
General Mills profit falls on higher costs Mar 19, 2009
MILWAUKEE High costs weighed down General Mills' third-quarter profit even as sales of top brands like Cheerios, Pillsbury and Gold Medal flour grew as more consumers ate at home ... Mr. Shanahan said the company's marketing and emphasis on its core brands through innovations such as new banana nut Cheerios will help drive sales. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Cyclist recalls near-disaster in wilderness race Mar 17, 2009
THAT'S ALABAMA, CHEERIOS, NOT ALASKA : Patrick Peterson - a three-time gold medal winner in weightlifting and wheelchair racing - is featured on 3 million boxes of Cheerios cereal. General Mills, however, got Peterson's home state wrong. (Anchorage Daily News)
Dietary Fibber Mar 11, 2009
Cocoa Pebbles, according to the box, is a "good source of fiber." Who knew that I could get as many grams of fiber from Cocoa Pebbles as I could from a bowl of Cheerios or a slice of whole wheat bread. After a little research, I learned that higher doses of fiber are showing up in all sorts of bizarre places, like yogurts, cookies, brownies, ice creams, and diet drinks. (Slate)
Five Not-Bad-For-Grownups Kids' Cereals Mar 11, 2009
Honey Nut Cheerios This sweetened version of the old standby Cheerios is delicious and good for you ... Honey Nut Cheerios is a great alternative for people who crave a sweet treat in the morning without all the sugar of other cereals ... Honey Bunches of Oats and Cheerios are good together. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Why We're Going Nuts Over Nut Allergies Mar 4, 2009
Susan Fradin has nightmares about Cheerios ... "I woke up in the middle of the night thinking, What if he eats Honey Nut Cheerios thinking they are regular Cheerios?" she says. (Time.com)
But I'm allergic! Feb 26, 2009
For nut allergies some safe snacks are: Fruit roll ups, gushers (Avalon loves those), popcorn, potato chips, saltines, Teddy Grahams of the honey and chocolate variety, Goldfish, graham crackers, Cheerios, Lucky Charms (They're magically delicious), vanilla wafers, Oreos, plain rice krispie treats, fruit (of course), Hostess Ding-dongs and Twinkies. I had to get that in there even though they're not good for you. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Keep your own hearty healthy, and help others do the same Feb 25, 2009
The survey of more than 2,000 adults, conducted by Harris Interactive for Cheerios, found 37 percent of adults have not had their cholesterol checked within the past year and more than half of adults (52 percent) do not exercise regularly ... cheerioshelpinghearts ... com, Cheerios will donate $1 (up to $200,000) to raise awareness about heart disease and provide free cholesterol screenings for women in need, through its partnership with WomenHeart. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Star lineup for ABC's Dancing Feb 10, 2009
The current two-time National Champion and high-school junior, Shawn appeared on a limited edition Cheerios box in early 2009, led the pledge of allegiance at last years Democratic National Convention in Denver, was a headliner of last falls Tour of Gymnastics Superstars, and was named Choice Female Athlete at the 2008 Teen Choice Awards. Her debut biography, Shawn Johnson Olympic Champion: Stories Behind the Smile, was released in December. (The Palm Beach Post)
