VERIFY Fact Check |

Yes, you should wait about 30 minutes to brush your teeth after consuming acidic foods or drinks

Health

No, McDonald’s ice cream does not contain xylitol, a sugar substitute dangerous to dogs

Food

No, Chick-fil-A’s vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion is not a new hire

Social Media

No, New York City isn’t ‘tracking food purchases’ or ‘imposing caps on red meat’

Food

No, the USDA hasn’t banned chocolate milk in schools

Food

Yes, potentially contaminated Gerber baby formula was sent to stores after recall issued

Recalls

No, you do not need to wash strawberries with vinegar and baking soda to clean them

Food

No, Starbucks isn’t charging customers more for light or no ice

Food

Yes, your decaf coffee might contain chemicals from caffeine stripping process

Food

Yes, frozen vegetables are just as healthy as fresh vegetables

Food

Yes, there is a recall for some Gold Medal all-purpose flour products

Food

Yes, a California bill would ban chemicals found in Skittles and other foods

Food

No, the USDA doesn’t require raw chicken to be salmonella-free

Food

No, you can’t hear your plants scream

Food

Yes, there is a recall on some ground beef

Food

Yes, chewing gum can increase alertness

Health