DOCUMENTS FROM 1954 prove it! Get Ready!
The Pesticide Chemical Amendments of 1954, specifically the Pesticide Chemical Amendment to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, aimed to regulate pesticide use in food by establishing tolerance levels for pesticide residues and prohibiting sales if these levels were exceeded. This legislation, along with later amendments like the Food Additives Amendment of 1958, focused on ensuring the safety of food by addressing the potential hazards of chemicals used in agriculture and food processing.
The amendments also included a risk/benefit balancing standard, which meant that the FDA had to weigh the benefits of using a particular pesticide against the potential risks to public health.
The 1954 Pesticide Chemical Amendment specifically addressed the issue of pesticide residues on food, aiming to ensure that consumers were not exposed to unsafe levels of these chemicals.
Side Note
In the 1960s, parents dealt with parasites in their children primarily using home remedies and, in some cases, medications available at the time. Common approaches included using turpentine, molasses candy with Jerusalem Oak, and teas made from various herbs like pumpkin seeds, peach leaves, and wild sage. Some parents also used "red worm medicine," which could be pills or liquids, often described as unpleasant to take.
DOCUMENTS FROM 1964 prove it!
Pesticides, pollution and the UK's silent spring, 1963–1964: Poison in the Garden of England.
DOCUMENTS FROM 1974 prove it!
In 1973, not 1974, a significant incident occurred where a chemical company in Michigan accidentally shipped the fire retardant polybrominated biphenyl (PBB) instead of a nutritional supplement to a livestock feed mill. This mislabeled shipment led to PBB contamination of animal feed, which was then fed to livestock, resulting in a widespread contamination of food products in Michigan. This incident, often referred to as the Michigan PBB disaster, exposed millions of people to the chemical. While not definitively proving food is "poison," it highlighted the dangers of unregulated chemical use in food production and the potential for devastating consequences
DOCUMENTS FROM 1984 prove that house hold products are poision also.
TIL that in 1984 a cult spread salmonella on salad bars at restaurants in an Oregon city. They hoped to incapacitate the local population so that their candidates would win local elections. It was the first and single largest bioterrorist attack in US history.
DOCUMENTS FROM 1994 prove it!
Yes, there are documents from 1994 that address concerns about chemicals in food, including the presence of pesticides and the need for safety measures. The U.S. General Accounting Office (GAO) released a report titled "Food Safety: Changes Needed to Minimize Unsafe Chemicals in Food" in September 1994, highlighting the need for improvements in ensuring the safety of food from chemicals. This report suggests there was concern about the presence of unsafe chemicals in the food supply during that time.
Additionally, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a final rule in March 1994 related to dicofol on dried tea, highlighting ongoing regulatory efforts to address chemical safety in food. While these documents don't directly state food is being poisoned, they acknowledge concerns about the presence of unsafe chemicals in the food supply and the need for regulatory and safety measures to minimize those risks.
DOCUMENTS FROM 2004 prove it! 
Yes there is documentation from 2004 indicating instances of food supply poisoning, specifically related to aflatoxin contamination and bioterrorism concerns. In Kenya, an outbreak of aflatoxin poisoning in April 2004 resulted in a large number of cases and deaths, with contaminated maize identified as the source. Additionally, in 2004, the Homeland Security Presidential Directive 9 (HSPD-9) was implemented, recognizing the need to protect the food and agriculture sector from threats like bioterrorism, highlighting the concern for food supply contamination. A Congressional Research Service report in August 2004 also acknowledged the growing threat of agroterrorism. [Four Major Food Giants] The four major global grain trade corporations, often referred to as the "Four Giants," are ADM (Archer Daniels Midland), Bunge, Cargill, and Lafarge (formerly Dreyfus). These companies control a significant portion of the global food market.
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In 2024, there have been several documents and investigations related to food poisoning outbreaks, including those linked to Salmonella, Listeria, and E. coli. For example, investigations were ongoing into outbreaks involving cucumbers, meat and poultry, and McDonald's onions. Public health advisories and recall information were also issued for various products. Additionally, the CDC investigated a Listeria outbreak linked to meat sliced at deli counters, resulting in deaths and hospitalizations. The USDA also announced a notice regarding the renewal of an approved information collection for foodborne illness outbreak investigation surveys.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s (RFK Jr.) public statements and actions regarding the US food supply and health. RFK Jr. has publicly labeled sugar and certain food additives as "poison" and has expressed concerns about the presence of heavy metals and other harmful substances in the food supply. He has also advocated for changes in the US Dietary Guidelines and other regulations to address these concerns.
"Forever chemicals," known as PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), are persistent and toxic substances that can enter the environment in various ways, including through industrial discharges, firefighting foams, and the use of PFAS-containing products. They can contaminate drinking water, soil, and even accumulate in the bodies of humans and animals.
Today's Top 10
1. Nestlé
Headquarters: Vevey, Switzerland
Annual Revenue: $102.7 billion
Global Footprint: 188 countries
Strategic Significance: World’s largest food manufacturer
Flagship Brands: Nescafe, KitKat, Maggi
2. PepsiCo
Headquarters: Purchase, New York
Annual Revenue: $91.4 billion
Global Reach: 200+ countries
Strategic Differentiation: Diversified beverage and food product portfolio
Notable Achievement: Strategic global market expansion
3. Coca-Cola
Headquarters: Atlanta, Georgia
Annual Revenue: $43.0 billion
Workforce: 79,300 employees
Historical Context: Founded in 1886
Market Position: Global beverage industry leader
4. Unilever
Headquarters: London, UK & Rotterdam, Netherlands
Operational Scope: 190+ countries
Core Focus: Consumer goods, personal care, food & refreshments
Established: 1872
Strategic Approach: Diversified multinational consumer products strategy
5. Tyson Foods
Headquarters: Springdale, Arkansas
Founding Year: 1935
Market Specialty: Largest global processor of chicken, beef, and pork
Key Brands: Jimmy Dean, Hillshire Farm, Sara Lee
Operational Focus: Protein processing and agricultural product transformation
6. Kraft Heinz
Headquarters: Chicago, Illinois
Formation: 2015 merger
Annual Revenue: $26.0 billion
Strategic Model: Global food and beverage consolidation
7. Mondelez International
Headquarters: Chicago, Illinois
Annual Revenue: $31.5 billion
Global Presence: 160 countries
Strategic Focus: Global snack and confectionery market leadership
8. General Mills
Headquarters: Golden Valley, Minnesota
Annual Revenue: $19.9 billion
Iconic Brands: Cheerios, Betty Crocker, Yoplait
Market Segment: Consumer foods and retail products
9. Conagra Brands
Headquarters: Chicago, Illinois
Annual Revenue: $12.8 billion
Workforce: 18,600 employees
Manufacturing Facilities: 45 locations
10. Campbell Soup Company
Headquarters: Camden, New Jersey
Annual Revenue: $9.17 billion
Core Competency: Food manufacturing and processing
Rankings and financial data sourced from 2020-2024 data, primarily corporate annual reports and financial statements.
Side Note,
Cholesterol is essential! We need cholesterol for our cell membranes (the thing that governs what goes in and out of EVERY cell in the body), we need cholesterol for many of our hormones, for vitamin D, for the bile that our liver produces to break down fat in the intestine, for the protective sheath (myelin) around nerves....AND MORE!