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🎨 Nestlé USA Eliminates Artificial Dyes

🎨 Nestlé USA Eliminates Artificial Dyes

Nestlé USA has completed the removal of artificial colors from its U.S. food and beverage portfolio. The move marks a significant milestone in the company's broader effort to align with shifting consumer expectations around ingredients, transparency and nutrition.

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🍒 GT’s, Cheribundi Unite

🍒 GT’s, Cheribundi Unite

GT’s Living Foods is in a collaborative mood. The kombucha category leader is partnering with Cheribundi to release a limited edition flavor for its Synergy line, UNITY x Cheribundi: Shirley Temple.

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