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Yahoo
14 hours ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Jolly Ranchers Hit With 'Do Not Eat' Warning in U.K.
Consumers have been advised against eating a popular American candy after a health agency determined that the beloved sweet treat is "of toxicological concern." According to a report from The Independent, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) in the United Kingdom has issued a warning to consumers about an ingredient in Jolly Rancher candies – a beloved hard candy owned by the Hershey Company. The FSA warns that Jolly Rancher candies contain mineral oils, which include mineral oil aromatic hydrocarbons (Moah) and mineral oil saturated hydrocarbons (Mosh). These chemical compounds are added to confectionery items to prevent stickiness and to create a glossy appearance, like that of the Jolly Rancher candies. However, the FSA warns that when consumed regularly over time, these mineral oils may pose health risks, especially in younger consumers. The agency warned of cancer risk and the possibility of damaged DNA. 'Consumption of the affected sweets is of toxicological concern, especially in younger age groups and where consumers eat a lot of the products or eat them regularly," the FSA warned in an alert published Wednesday, according to The Independent. 'Moah can cause damage to DNA and has the potential to increase the risk of cancer, particularly if consumed in high quantities over a prolonged period of time. Moah is a genotoxic carcinogen, therefore no exposure is without risk to human health.' The Independent reports that Hershey has been working with the FSA to remove all Jolly Rancher products from the UK market since 2024, though they continue to be imported despite these efforts. The FSA has a simple warning for anybody who has purchased Jolly Rancher Hard Candy, "Misfits" Gummies, Hard Candy Fruity 2 in 1, and Berry Gummies: "do not eat them." 'If you have bought any of the above products, do not eat them," the FSA warned. 'Instead, dispose of them at home. If you are concerned, notify your Trading Standards department or environmental health department in the local authority you purchased it. 'For consumers, don't buy them, and if you've eaten these products, there should be no immediate cause for concern, as food safety risk is low, but don't eat any more.' It's worth noting that the Food and Drug Administration in the United States has not issued a warning about any health risks associated with the candies, and they are still permitted to be sold in the United States. Still, given this information from another health agency in another country, American consumers might still be a bit wary of consuming the popular candy going forward. Jolly Ranchers Hit With 'Do Not Eat' Warning in U.K. first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 13, 2025
The Herald Scotland
2 days ago
- Health
- The Herald Scotland
UK consumers urged not to buy ‘unsafe' American sweets amid cancer concerns
The chemical compounds in the products: mineral oil aromatic hydrocarbons (Moah); and mineral oil saturated hydrocarbons, (Mosh); are used in confectionary to prevent stickiness and create a glossy appearance, but do not comply with UK law. US producer, Hershey, which owns the brand, has been working with the FSA to remove all Jolly Rancher products from the UK market since 2024 – but some businesses in Britain continue to import their products, the agency added. The affected products include the Jolly Rancher Hard Candy, 'Misfits' Gummies, Hard Candy Fruity 2 in 1, and Berry Gummies, the FSA said. A food alert published by the FSA on Wednesday said: 'Consumption of the affected sweets is of toxicological concern, especially in younger age groups and where consumers eat a lot of the products or eat them regularly. 'Moah can cause damage to DNA and has the potential to increase the risk of cancer, particularly if consumed in high quantities over a prolonged period of time. Moah is a genotoxic carcinogen, therefore no exposure is without risk to human health.' Wednesday 11 June 2025. Food Alert "For Action": To Consumers who have purchased and Food Businesses who have purchased and sold Jolly Rancher products manufactured by The Hershey Company #FoodAlert — Food Standards Agency (@foodgov) June 11, 2025 It added: 'If you have bought any of the above products, do not eat them. 'Instead, dispose of them at home. If you are concerned, notify your Trading Standards department or environmental health department in the local authority you purchased it. 'For consumers, don't buy them, and if you've eaten these products, there should be no immediate cause for concern, as food safety risk is low, but don't eat any more.' The agency has also urged UK retailers and food businesses to cease all imports and sales of the candy brand, and asked enforcement authorities to ensure the products are removed from the shelves. The FSA said: 'Food businesses who import these products are advised to discontinue import and distribution of products. 'Food businesses selling these products in the UK are advised to immediately stop sales, undertake product withdrawals and where there have been retail sales, to undertake product recalls. 'The Hershey Company, who is the brand owner, has taken action to remove these products from the UK market. 'We are asking enforcement authorities to make immediate contact with businesses who may have been supplied with or received the affected products, and to take action to ensure that the non-compliant and potentially unsafe products are withdrawn from the market and where sold at retail, recalled. 'We are also asking the local authorities to inform the FSA of product recall and withdrawal actions.'
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
UK shoppers urged not to buy these 'unsafe' American sweets amid cancer concerns
Sweets from the Jolly Rancher brand could be "unsafe" for consumers to eat amid risks they could increase the risk of cancer, according to food safety officials UK consumers are being urged not to buy a batch of a brand of "unsafe" sweets that could increase the risk of cancer, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) has said. A batch of sweets from the Jolly Rancher brand contain mineral oils, a food additive which can pose health risks if consumed regularly over a sustained period of time, the agency said. The chemical compounds in the products: mineral oil aromatic hydrocarbons (Moah); and mineral oil saturated hydrocarbons, (Mosh); are used in confectionary to prevent stickiness and create a glossy appearance, but do not comply with UK law. US producer, Hershey, which owns the brand, has been working with the FSA to remove all Jolly Rancher products from the UK market since 2024 – but some businesses in Britain continue to import their products, the agency added. The affected products include the Jolly Rancher Hard Candy, 'Misfits' Gummies, Hard Candy Fruity 2 in 1, and Berry Gummies, the FSA said. A food alert published by the FSA on Wednesday said: 'Consumption of the affected sweets is of toxicological concern, especially in younger age groups and where consumers eat a lot of the products or eat them regularly. 'Moah can cause damage to DNA and has the potential to increase the risk of cancer, particularly if consumed in high quantities over a prolonged period of time. Moah is a genotoxic carcinogen, therefore no exposure is without risk to human health.' It added: 'If you have bought any of the above products, do not eat them. Instead, dispose of them at home. If you are concerned, notify your Trading Standards department or environmental health department in the local authority you purchased it. 'For consumers, don't buy them, and if you've eaten these products, there should be no immediate cause for concern, as food safety risk is low, but don't eat any more.' The agency has also urged UK retailers and food businesses to cease all imports and sales of the candy brand, and asked enforcement authorities to ensure the products are removed from the shelves. The FSA said: 'Food businesses who import these products are advised to discontinue import and distribution of products. Food businesses selling these products in the UK are advised to immediately stop sales, undertake product withdrawals and where there have been retail sales, to undertake product recalls. 'The Hershey Company, who is the brand owner, has taken action to remove these products from the UK market. We are asking enforcement authorities to make immediate contact with businesses who may have been supplied with or received the affected products, and to take action to ensure that the non-compliant and potentially unsafe products are withdrawn from the market and where sold at retail, recalled. 'We are also asking the local authorities to inform the FSA of product recall and withdrawal actions.'
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
New policy for animal intake at OKC Animal Welfare
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – If you try to take a healthy lost or stray dog to the OKC Animal Welfare, you'll likely be turned away because they are at capacity. The new superintendent said this policy is only temporary, but local fosters told News 4 the decision is short-sighted. This is the sign you will see on the front door at the animal shelter. LOCAL NEWS: Tire fire burning in creek causes health concerns for neighbors New-Policy-NoticeDownload The OKC Animal Welfare said they are at 114% capacity. It's not sustainable. Daily-report-cardDownload The new superintendent, Ronnie Schlabs, said a tough decision had to be made. 'We're currently restricting our over-the-counter intake to only be sick, injured, or those that pose a public safety threat,' said Schlabs. Schlabs said this is temporary and to give them time to rehabilitate the dogs inside the shelter now. If you run across a dog that seems healthy, Schlabs said you can go to their Facebook Page. You can find resources like services to scan for microchips or fosters. If the dog seems lost, Schlab said it's best to leave them alone. 'Studies have shown that most stray animals are found within a mile of their home. And most of those animals will actually go back home or be found by their owners if they're left alone,' said Schlabs. 'Our 2024 reclaim rate was 7% last year.' Erin Kerrigan said it's her life's work to foster hundreds of dogs. She said a big portion of street dogs aren't lost. 'They don't all have homes to go home to,' said Kerrigan. She's currently fostering two puppies through OK Humane, Mosh and Pogo. 'They were actually found less than 24 hours old, they still had their umbilical cords tied in a plastic grocery bag in a dumpster,' said Kerrigan. She believed the policy is short-sighted. LOCAL NEWS: Source: Numerous high-level state forestry officials placed on leave amid Stitt crackdown on agency 'I would rather the shelter euthanize what they need to euthanize to keep the shelter at a humane level,' said Kerrigan. 'I don't say that lightly because I love them, but euthanasia is not the worst thing that can happen to an animal on the street.' However, Shlabs said the community has spoken. They want more lives saved and less euthanasia. Kerrigan said the community needs to step up. 'This isn't [OKC Animal Welfare's] fault. This is our community's fault. We need to do better. We need to spay and neuter,' said Kerrigan. Of course, if there is an aggressive dog, OKC Animal Welfare wants you to call animal control. Schlabs said with the construction of the new animal welfare building, there will be more space for more animals. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
25-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Patrick Schwarzenegger Says He ‘Manifested' Role in ‘White Lotus' Despite Nepotism Accusations: ‘It's Frustrating'
Patrick Schwarzenegger stepped into his biggest role to date when he was cast as Saxton Ratliff, the product of ridiculously wealthy parents who traveled to Thailand for their daughter's thesis in season 3 of 'White Lotus.' And while he believes he 'manifested' what was his 'dream goal,' there are plenty who have claimed he got the role due to nepotism alone. 'I know there are people who'll say I only got this role because of who my dad is,' he said in an interview with The Times. 'They're not seeing that I've had 10 years of acting classes, put on [high] school plays every week, worked on my characters for hours on end or the hundreds of rejected auditions I've been on.' 'Of course, it's frustrating and you can get boxed in and you think at that moment, I wish I didn't have my last name. But that's a small moment. I would never trade my life with anyone. I'm very fortunate to have the life and family that I have, the parents I have and the lessons and values they've instilled in me,' Schwarzenegger added. The actor, whose father is Arnold Schwarzenegger and mother is Maria Shriver, was born and raised in LA, where he still lives. He started taking acting classes in high school and has also worked as a model, has invested in beverage companies, and he and Shriver started the snack company Mosh (which donates money to Alzheimer's research) in 2020. 'My dad was always a believer that you don't need to fit into one box, that there are ways to let various worlds collide,' he told the outlet. 'His advice is always on the side of working hard and vision and career. My mom is deeper with her advice, setting values of respect and kindness and manners, and always finding ways to give back.' Auditioning for Saxton was a dream realized. 'I thought, there's no way I'm going to get this, everybody is up for this,' Schwarzenegger said. 'I've been a massive fan of the show since day one. It was my dream goal, I think I manifested it.' Schwarzenegger's TV family is headed by 'Harry Potter' star Jason Isaacs ('who is this ball of energy that cannot sleep and cannot not move') and Parker Posey. 'It'll be 2am and he'll text me, 'Do you want to play tennis?' I'll see him in the morning and say, 'Dude, what is wrong with you? I was sleeping.' He's like, 'Oh, I didn't sleep.' It's insane,' he added of Isaacs. You can read the interview with Patrick Schwarzenegger at The Times. The post Patrick Schwarzenegger Says He 'Manifested' Role in 'White Lotus' Despite Nepotism Accusations: 'It's Frustrating' appeared first on TheWrap.
