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PepsiCo announced plans to eliminate artificial colors and flavors from its products, including Doritos and Mountain Dew, over several years. The move aligns with FDA efforts to ban synthetic dyes like Red 40 and Yellow 5, amid concerns over health impacts. Initial product changes are expected later this year and early next year.
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Dubai-style chocolate bars, known for their thick texture and exotic fillings like pistachio and tahini, have surged in global popularity since 2021. Major retailers and restaurants worldwide now offer variations, fueling demand and causing a pistachio shortage. The trend reflects a growing appetite for indulgent, textured confections blending luxury and novelty as of late October 2025.
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Yum! Brands is reviewing strategic options for Pizza Hut amid declining US sales and increased competition. The company has retained advisors to explore a potential sale, as Pizza Hut struggles with outdated dine-in formats and shifting consumer preferences toward delivery and value options. The review follows several years of sales decline and store closures.
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San Francisco has filed a lawsuit against 11 major food companies, accusing them of marketing ultra-processed foods that contribute to health issues like obesity and diabetes. The city seeks penalties, consumer education, and restrictions on marketing, especially to children, citing scientific links to chronic illnesses.