In this video, 10 different food labels, including "natural,"
"fresh," "free range," and other widely used labels--are
critiqued by Urvashi Rangan, Ph.D., who leads the Consumer
Safety and Sustainability Group for Consumer Reports. Rangan
joined Consumers Union in 1999 and developed a website, called
Eco-labels, to evaluate environmental claims on food and other
product labels. Now this databased content is part of
GreenerChoices.org and also is available as an iPhone and iPad
app. As one of the world's most trusted testing, publishing, and
advocacy organizations, Consumer Reports is fighting for a much-
improved food supply where: • Hazardous chemical and
contaminants are removed. • Dangerous imported food doesn’t
reach our borders. • Domestic production and processing plants
are frequently inspected. • Recalled food is immediately pulled
from store shelves. To ensure the safety and sustainability of
the food supply, Consumer Reports is seeking to raise $10
million over the next five years to: • Increase the