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Barcode scanner apps reveal truth about food, cosmetics


Published on 2025-05-13 08:28:12 -
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  • The soaring popularity of smartphone apps that scan barcodes on food products to provide health scores are empowering consumers and shifting dynamics in the food industry, recent studies suggest.

The article from Yahoo Lifestyle discusses the use of barcode scanner apps to uncover the truth about products, focusing on their ingredients and potential health impacts. It highlights how these apps can help consumers make more informed choices by scanning product barcodes to access detailed information about what they are buying. The article mentions specific apps like "Yuka" and "Think Dirty," which rate products based on their health impact and provide alternatives for healthier options. It also touches on the growing consumer interest in transparency and the empowerment that comes from understanding product contents, especially in categories like food, cosmetics, and cleaning supplies.

Read the Full United Press International Article at:
[ https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/barcode-scanner-apps-reveal-truth-112844545.html ]