{"id":20031,"date":"2026-02-03T08:49:15","date_gmt":"2026-02-03T08:49:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/?p=20031"},"modified":"2026-02-03T08:49:15","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T08:49:15","slug":"these-christmas-scams-have-been-condemned-by-the-foodwatch-association","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.garden-tricks.top\/?p=20031","title":{"rendered":"These Christmas scams have been condemned by the Foodwatch association."},"content":{"rendered":"\n

To help consumers make informed choices this Christmas season, Foodwatch has compiled a list of products with misleading labels that can be found in supermarkets. Here are the labels of the products you should read carefully to avoid being scammed!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a><\/a>Jean Larneau’s iconic duck foie gras with Sauternes (1\/12)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This product contains sodium nitrite. Although nitrites are gradually disappearing from store shelves with foie gras, the Jean Larnaudie brand continues to use them in its products. Consumption of added nitrates and nitrites may promote the formation of cancer cells and cause colorectal and stomach cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ferrero Rocher Dark Chocolate “Little Pleasures” (126 g) (February 12)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Foodwatch is urging consumers to touch the packaging of these chocolates as they browse the shelves. They will be disappointed to find that the brand is full of hot air, with the package being 52% empty. It is like saying that the brand is trying to sell consumers a bunch of nonsense with this product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Labeyrie Smoked Salmon “Scottish Wood Aged” (March 12)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As for smoked salmon, the price of the brand’s 6-slice version has increased, while the quantity has decreased. The weight of the product has increased from 220g to 210g, which is 4% less than last time. In addition, the price per kilogram has increased by about 19%. Thus, the stock of smoked salmon on store shelves is decreasing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Panettone “Ciro”, “Tastes of Italy” from Auchan (April 12)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

These vaunted Italian pastries, so beloved by sweet tooths, are actually a scam. The authentic Italian recipe does not contain palm oil, but the ones sold in our supermarkets contain at least 12% palm oil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Terrine G’ader with scallops, Breton style, made in Brittany (May 12)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The label does not mention the presence of pollock, which is nevertheless used in the product. In terms of price, the terrine is cheaper than real scallops. According to the rules, only shellfish from the same family, Pectinidae, that come from elsewhere can be called scallops. Thus, the manufacturer Guyader is abusing the system by highlighting Brittany as the place of origin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Brossard’s Special Foie Gras Gingerbread (June 12)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Unlike the classic version called “touch of honey”, which is also sold at the same price, this special limited edition version of foie gras is offered without honey. However, honey is the main ingredient in this bread. The Foodwatch association is urging consumers to be vigilant and expose this fraud.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Non-profit association (July 12)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Foodwatch is a non-profit organization that fights for affordable, healthy, and safe food for all. The organization strives to improve food regulation, which already faces numerous challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Annual Fight (August 12)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As the holidays approach, fraudulent labeling on many products sold in supermarkets is becoming commonplace. Every year, non-profit organization Foodwatch sounds the alarm, exposing the fraud that consumers are facing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A struggle aimed at influencing the decisions of political leaders (September 12)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To achieve its goals, the association intends to work with political leaders who have the power to improve the quality of food for consumers. That is why the association condemns scandals, food fraud and misleading labels and packaging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Investigation and Mobilization Program (10\/12)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Through extensive investigations, citizen mobilization, exposure of scandals and advocacy efforts, the organization fulfills its role and resists the influence of the agri-food industry. The association’s goal is to ensure that every citizen can decide unconditionally what they eat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Battles that bear fruit (11\/12)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Foodwatch’s work focuses on food. Their campaigns have repeatedly raised awareness of important issues. They have also led to changes in industry and government policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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No to racism and discrimination (12\/12)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Foodwatch opposes all forms of racism and discrimination against any group of people. In other words, the organization advocates for a globally conscious society and distances itself from any violent or racist movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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With two weeks to go until Christmas, supermarkets are stocked with goods in preparation for the festivities. As is the case every year in the run-up to the festive season, consumer advocacy group Foodwatch\u00a0 is\u00a0investigating\u00a0\u00a0price discrepancies and potentially misleading industry practices. In its fight to protect consumers, Foodwatch has compiled a list of products that, under the guise of attractive marketing, can mislead consumers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fraud uncovered by Foodwatch this year<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Jean Larneau’s iconic duck foie gras with Sauternes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This product contains sodium nitrite. Although nitrites are gradually disappearing from store shelves with foie gras, the Jean Larnaudie brand continues to use them in its products. Consumption of added nitrates and nitrites may promote the formation of cancer cells and cause colorectal and stomach cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ferrero Rocher Dark Chocolate “Little Pleasures” (126 g)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Foodwatch is urging consumers to touch the packaging of these chocolates as they browse the shelves. They will be disappointed to find that the brand is full of hot air, with the package being 52% empty. It is like saying that the brand is trying to sell consumers a bunch of nonsense with this product.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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