Pharmacy

ATLANTA -- Federal prosecutors have begun a criminal investigation into fraud allegations against Coca-Cola Co., including claims that the beverage giant rigged a market test at Burger King outlets to inflate the popularity of its slush drink Frozen Coke.

Imports, light products and--thanks to the Atkins diet--low-carb ultra brews are the hot items in the beer case.

The companies that sell most of America's food are being called on to combat the overeating epidemic. Some of them were promoting healthy eating long before it became a national priority.

It could be higher profits and a competitive advantage, if a supermarket is putting its own moniker on over-the-counter products.

Innovative promotions and merchandising ideas can help grocers teach shoppers to look to the supermarket first for new movies and old favorites.

New products, packaging, promotions, the organic movement, and the Internet are keeping children's cereals from getting soggy.

The industry is sounding off about upcoming country-of-origin labeling regulations, but there appears to be little chance of easing the burdens they will bring.

Consolidation has extended to the private label industry, and the number of manufacturers is expected to shrink, perhaps dramatically.