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Business Wire
14-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Amin Wasserman Gurnani Expands its Leading Prop 65 Practice with Partner Additions
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Amin Wasserman Gurnani (AWG) is pleased to announce the addition of partners Rebecca Lee and Jennifer Singh to the firm's Litigation and Prop 65 practice groups, expanding its team of highly experienced attorneys offering dispute resolution, trial practice, and Prop 65 counseling and litigation services. Amin Wasserman Gurnani Nabs Litigation/Prop 65 Duo Lee is a solutions-driven lawyer who works tirelessly to get the best results for clients involved in high-stakes commercial litigation and environmental matters. Particularly sought after for her deep knowledge of California's Prop 65, she advises clients on complex compliance matters and high-stakes litigation. She also helps clients develop and implement environmental management systems. Singh is a civil defense litigator with twenty years of experience who seeks to understand each client's priorities and goals to achieve the best resolution. Specializing in product and chemical regulation, she provides strategic legal counsel to businesses of all sizes from diverse industries, skillfully guiding clients through the complexities of litigation, enforcement actions, settlements, compliance programs, exposure assessments, and/or risk mitigation. She brings to her practice the unique experience of having tried two of the rare Proposition 65 cases that went to trial in California, delivering two wins for prominent food manufacturer clients. 'We see momentum on the horizon for Prop 65, the complexity of cases is growing, and we're scaling our practice to leverage these opportunities,' said Matthew Orr, co-head of the firm's Prop 65 and Litigation practices. 'Bringing on two partners of Rebecca and Jennifer's caliber reflects our commitment to anticipating emerging trends and providing innovative strategies that enable clients to stay ahead of potential enforcement matters.' 'Their proven track records and well-earned reputations for excellence make them an ideal fit for our team,' AWG partner Abhishek Gurnani added. 'We are adding depth to both our bench of trial and Prop 65 attorneys, enabling us to answer significant client demand with impressive legal talent.' 'I am excited to join AWG's team of incredibly talented lawyers who share my values and client-first focus,' said Rebecca Lee. 'The firm has a well-deserved reputation for superior litigation capabilities and sophisticated work in product counseling. I look forward to working alongside them.' Singh emphasized, 'I'm thrilled to join the firm's already strong litigation practice and expand its Proposition 65 skill set, and I know my clients will enjoy the benefits of working with a boutique firm with a renowned team of regulatory, consumer class action, and IP attorneys.' About Amin Wasserman Gurnani Amin Wasserman Gurnani is one of the nation's leading regulatory law firms with offices in Chicago, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C. The firm represents a sophisticated client base, including Fortune 500 companies, middle-market companies, and emerging companies, across the food and beverage, health and wellness, cosmetic, medical device, and consumer product industries. For more information, visit
Indian Express
26-06-2025
- Health
- Indian Express
Ramen lovers shocked as viral video reveals ‘cancer and reproductive harm' warning on packaging
A viral Instagram video has sparked alarm among instant noodle fans after a user pointed out a warning label on ramen packages that reads: 'Cancer and Reproductive Harm.' Instant ramen, a staple for students, busy professionals, and late-night snackers alike, is now under scrutiny after an Instagram user named 'omggotworms' shared a video flipping over multiple packets to reveal the label. The warning, printed in fine text on the back, left many viewers stunned. In the video, the user flips over multiple ramen packages to reveal the caution label, expressing his disbelief. 'Wait… Ramen noodles come with this warning? Cancer + reproductive harm?? Read the labels carefully,' he wrote in the caption. A post shared by Ricky (@omggotworms) The video sparked a flurry of reactions online. While many were stunned, some pointed out they had known about the risks for a while. One user dismissed the warning as misleading, saying, 'This is fake. I checked my Buldak ramen packets, no such warning.' Others offered a more nuanced explanation. 'Fun fact, my wrench came with that same warning. It's because they don't want to waste money in California to test their products for reproductive harm or cancer damage, so they just slap that label on,' one comment read, referring to California's Proposition 65, which requires warnings on products that contain certain chemicals—even in trace amounts. Some users weren't surprised at all. 'It's been there since day one. People barely read the nutritional facts. You expect them to read the small print?!' one person commented. Another added, 'California puts that warning on literally everything.' Others pointed out that sometimes it's not even the food, but the packaging that's the problem. 'A lot of times, the packaging itself is toxic. The heat-printed wrappers leach chemicals into your skin at levels above the minimum decided safe exposure amount,' one user wrote. The United States Department of Agriculture notes that a typical 81-gram serving of ramen contains 14 grams of total fat and around 6.5 grams of saturated fat – that's about a third of the recommended daily intake.
Time of India
26-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
WARNING! Instant ramen noodles cancer risk sparks massive backlash after video goes viral
Source: Instagram Instant noodles have always been the beloved go-to snack for students, busy professionals and anyone craving a quick and instant snack. The beloved go-to meal for students, busy professionals, and anyone craving comfort food. But will you believe that instant noodles can be the next big reason which can cause harm to your body? A recent social media video exposed a shocking label on a ramen packet, warning that has stunned fans and triggered growing concern about what goes into this 10-minute comfort food. As debates heat up over ingredients, additives, and packaging safety, it's clear that this pantry staple may need a second glance before your next slurp. Instant ramen noodles spark health scare after cancer warning goes viral Ramen noodles have earned their place as the ultimate quick-fix meal; cheap, easy to make, and undeniably comforting. From students pulling all-nighters to professionals needing a fast bite, a hot bowl of instant ramen often hits the spot in just 10 minutes. But, now a video shared on Instagram has taken social media by storm after a user highlighted a disturbing label found on the back of a ramen noodle packet. The label carried a warning that read: "Warning: Cancer and Reproductive Harm. " The user, visibly shocked, urged others to be more cautious with what they consume, especially with something as common as instant noodles. The label in question is reportedly linked to California's Proposition 65, a law that mandates warnings on products that may expose users to chemicals known to cause cancer or reproductive harm. This triggered alarm among ramen lovers who had never considered the possible risks associated with their favorite snack. Social media reacts in shock and skepticism on latest warning on ramen noodles The viral video quickly gained traction, drawing a wave of reactions from concerned users. One commenter explained, 'A lot of times, the packaging itself is toxic. The heat-printed wrappers leach chemicals into your skin at levels above the minimum decided safe exposure amount. That requires them to apply the cancer/hormone disruptor warning.' Another pointed out the dangers of overconsuming spicy foods: 'Eating spicy too much every day can increase the risk of cancer. Once in 3–4 months is enough.' Some users tried to maintain a balanced perspective. One wrote: 'Nearly everything we eat can do damage if we eat it too much, but every now and then shouldn't be a problem. I've had it a few times, maybe 6 times a year. I would eat it more, but it's too spicy.' Nutritional breakdown: What's in a ramen packet? The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) also sheds light on the nutritional content of ramen noodles. A single 81-gram pack of instant noodles contains: 14 grams of total fat 6.58 grams of saturated fat (This translates to about 33% of the daily recommended fat intake, a significant amount for one small meal.) In addition, most instant noodles are loaded with monosodium glutamate (MSG), a flavour enhancer linked to adverse reactions in some individuals. Accordion to Healthline reports, symptoms from high MSG consumption may include: Headaches Nausea Weakness Muscle tightness Chest pain Although not everyone experiences these effects, MSG remains a controversial additive that continues to spark debate in the health and nutrition community. Also Read | AVOID! These 3 foods may secretly be ageing you faster
The Hill
23-06-2025
- Health
- The Hill
Abbott signs MAHA measure requiring food warning labels in Texas
A far-reaching Texas bill signed by Gov. Greg Abbott (R) on Sunday will force manufacturers of processed foods and drinks to put warning labels on any products containing 44 different food additives or dyes believed to be toxic to human health. While the law, which aligns with the 'Make America Healthy Again' goals of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., is limited to Texas, the state's hefty population of more than 31 million gives it significant sway in the food industry. 'It's official! Make Texas Healthy Again has been signed!' State Sen. Lois Kolkhorst (R) posted Sunday night on X, adding that the measure would ensure 'consumers are informed and can make better choices for their families.' The health law has other pillars: It mandates physical education and recess in schools and protects access to exercise even for kids in detention, and it requires that students in Texas pre-med programs and medical schools be taught about nutrition. Curriculum for that program and K-12 health classes would be developed by a new Texas Nutrition Advisory Committee, from which anyone working in the processed food business — or their relatives — would be excluded. But from a national perspective, the food labeling guidelines are the most significant, because any company that wants to sell in Texas will have to either remove those compounds or post a warning label. The law contains one big exception: Food manufacturers will not have to disclose the presence of pesticides, which may cause as big a risk for cancer as smoking cigarettes. But included among the chemicals are suspected cancer-causing chemicals such as potassium bromate, a common additive to bread products; titanium dioxide, a dye banned in the EU that is used to whiten soups and baked goods; the preservative BHA, which disrupts the all-encompassing endocrine system; and several synthetic food dyes such as Red 40 and Yellow 5 and 6 that are found to cause hyperactivity in children. In 1986, Californians passed Proposition 65, which required companies to label consumer products that contained chemicals that could cause cancer, reproductive or developmental harm — leading many companies to reformulate their supply chains to avoid those products, one study found. But this didn't necessarily make consumer products safer, researchers noted. Because material science advances far faster than the research into the harms caused by novel chemicals — let alone their regulation — in the aftermath of Proposition 65, many manufacturers reformulated products to remove harmful chemicals 'only to replace them with an unlisted chemical that might also be harmful but doesn't require a warning.' Many of these will be hard for manufacturers to swap out for reasons related to their potential health impacts. Petroleum-based synthetic dyes like Red 40 and Yellow 6 for example, are used in candies and children's breakfast cereals because their stable chemical structure keeps colors bright in food that may sit on shelves for months. And endocrine-disrupting chemicals such as BHA — despite the way they may play havoc on all the body's systems — are nonetheless more effective at keeping foods from rotting, despite their health impacts to consumers. Two main food manufacturers — Kraft and General Mills — have announced plans to phase out food dyes this decade.
Yahoo
07-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
SF SoMA sex shop sued for allegedly selling ‘toxic' mouth gags
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — A decades-old sex shop in San Francisco's SoMa (South of Market) neighborhood is being sued for allegedly selling mouth gags laced with toxic chemicals without a clear warning label. A civil case filed on Friday, June 6 by Seven Hills LLP on behalf of Blue Sky Forever says that Mr. S. Leather Co., Incorporated violated a health and safety code for not letting customers know about the dangers of a product called 'The Jaw Master Gag' and the 'harms caused by exposures to di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate ('DEHP'), a toxic chemical found in and on gags manufactured, imported, distributed, sold, and offered for sale.' See court document hereDownload Mr. S Leather is located at 385 8th St. and has been in business since 1979. 'Detectable levels of DEHP are found in and on the gags Defendants manufacture, import, sell and distribute for sale in California,' the suit adds, saying that exposures to DEHP can cause birth defects and other reproductive issues. On its website, Mr. S. Leather states, 'We've been designing and producing exceptional bondage gear as well as leather, neoprene & sports clothing for kinky guys since 1979…When you're ready for the good stuff – Mr. S Leather is a place you'll want to check out.' The court document says the case is actionable, thanks to Proposition 65, and that Mr. S. Leather could face civil penalties of up to $2,500 per day for each violation. 'On October 24, 2003, pursuant to Proposition 65 implementing regulations, the State of California listed DEHP as a chemical known to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm,' says the suit. 'DEHP became subject to the 'clear and reasonable warning' requirements one year later, on October 24, 2004.' KRON4 reached out to Mr. S. Leather before the publication of this article and will update this story with a provided statement. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
