Topic: Codex Alimentarius

A retrospective look at a 2010 United Nations initiative reveals early institutional pushes for insect consumption to combat global warming and famine. The hosts revisit No Agenda episode 225 to show that the "eat the bugs" narrative originated with the UN and the Codex Alimentarius. The segment explores the transition from "global warming" to "climate change" and eventually "scorched earth" terminology.

Listeners inquire about the historical reasons for the hosts' departure from the TWiT network, with the explanation being a simple decision by Leo Laporte to end the professional relationship. Long-time fans also request the return of classic show references, such as Stargate and Codex Alimentarius. The segment reflects on the evolution of the show over its first decade and its roots in early tech podcasting.

World leaders gathered in Cannes for the G20 summit, where President Sarkozy placed food security and commodity price volatility on the agenda. Critics view the focus on "transparency of food stocks" as a move toward global control via Codex Alimentarius.

A deadly listeria outbreak linked to cantaloupes is discussed as a potential pretext for further crackdowns on raw milk and independent food production. The hosts link these events to the "Codex Alimentarius" and increasing food supply regulations.

The FDA has released new dietary guidelines urging specific groups, including African Americans and those over 51, to limit salt intake to 1,500 milligrams per day. The hosts criticize the "expert on the payroll" news segments promoting these restrictions, calling the science behind the salt-hypertension link "bogus." They view the guidelines as part of the global "Codex Alimentarius" harmonization effort.

The Afghan war is reportedly costing U.S. taxpayers $2 billion per week, despite President Obama's campaign promises to end the conflict. Additionally, the S-510 Food Safety Modernization Act is criticized for including language that harmonizes U.S. requirements with the international Codex Alimentarius.

The Senate passed a major food safety bill (S. 510) with a 74-25 vote, granting the FDA and Department of Homeland Security unprecedented control over the food supply. The hosts link this to the "Codex Alimentarius" standards and argue that the $1.4 billion bill is a distraction from the TSA controversy. They suggest that controlling the food supply is a fundamental method of controlling the population.

The Codex Alimentarius has released an extensive list of food categories approved for the use of aspartame, including dairy, fruit, and even vinegar. The hosts discuss the history of the sweetener's approval under Donald Rumsfeld and its potential links to neurological disorders.

A discussion on the Codex Alimentarius focuses on international food standards as a mechanism for government control over the food supply. A ten-minute documentary titled Shadows of the Future is recommended to listeners. The segment concludes with a greeting to the "human resources" in the chat room and a specific shout-out to sailors listening at sea.

Portugal has implemented a law limiting the salt content in bread to 1.4 grams, with fines reaching 5,000 euros for violations. This move is linked to the global Codex Alimentarius standards. The hosts suggest the Portuguese government is complying with such regulations to ease EU political pressure following the financial crisis.

Health Canada released a report recommending a significant reduction in daily sodium intake and calling for mandatory salt labeling in restaurants. The hosts view these voluntary targets as a precursor to stricter government monitoring of citizens' diets. They link the global push for salt reduction to the Codex Alimentarius and joke about using Vivitrol to treat "salt addiction."

The BBC is criticized for publishing a pro-genetically modified (GM) food article by Jonathan Jones without disclosing his professional ties to Monsanto. The term "orthorexia nervosa" is highlighted as a new medical label used to pathologize individuals obsessed with eating healthy or avoiding GM products. The discussion notes that Haiti recently rejected Monsanto seed donations to maintain control over their own food supply.

Mainstream media reports identify "Orthorexia Nervosa" as a mental disorder characterized by a fixation on righteous or pure eating. The British Dietetic Association notes that sufferers focus on food quality rather than quantity, which critics argue pathologizes healthy lifestyle choices.

The FDA evaluates the approval of genetically engineered salmon that grows at twice the normal rate. This marks the first time a genetically modified animal would be approved for human consumption in the United States.

The hosts track a global campaign to reduce salt consumption, linking it to the Codex Alimentarius and PR firms like Ketchum and Hoffman & Hoffman. They identify "NuSalt," a potassium chloride substitute from Cumberland Packing Corp, as a potential beneficiary of the anti-salt movement. They list various government and pharmaceutical clients represented by these major PR agencies.

A global campaign against salt consumption, titled "Salt is a Sniper" in some regions, is identified as a coordinated public relations effort. The movement is linked to the Codex Alimentarius and the World Health Organization. Corporate participation, such as Boar's Head's "assault on salt," is noted as part of a broader regulatory trend.

The Codex Alimentarius is described as a United Nations initiative designed to establish global food rules that supersede local laws. Concerns are raised regarding Senator John McCain's bill to control dietary supplements and an FDA proposal that could potentially classify vitamins, fruit juice, and even water as drugs.

The global initiative to reduce salt in industrial food is identified as a mandate of Codex Alimentarius, a United Nations project. New York City's "National Salt Reduction Initiative" is presented as the local enforcement of these international standards. The regulation of food additives and supplements is framed as an erosion of personal liberty and the implementation of global governance.

A new bill introduced in the New York State Assembly (A-10129) proposes a total ban on the use of salt in restaurant food preparation, with fines of $1,000 per violation. This legislative move is linked to the "Codex Alimentarius," a set of international food standards that critics argue is being used to restrict dietary freedom. The ban is presented as an example of extreme government overreach in personal health matters.

The United Nations initiative Codex Alimentarius is highlighted as it becomes integrated into international and domestic law. Reports from Wisconsin suggest new restrictions on home-canned goods and honey standards, while the USDA holds meetings regarding the regulation of raw milk and dairy products.