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FDA Calls for New Front-of-Package Nutrition Labels
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed requiring a new label on the front of most packaged food and drinks aimed at helping Americans make healthier choices. The agency says the at-a-glance nutrition labels will allow consumers to quickly assess levels of sodium, sugar and saturated fat in packaged foods and drinks. The FDA…
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Labeling Nondairy Milk Alternatives
The dairy industry has long argued that nondairy milk concoctions made from plant material should not be allowed to be labeled as milk.
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Should the FDA Be Telling Us What Is Healthy?
There’s no shortage of opinions on what “optimal” eating looks like, but soon we may have a little more FDA guidance.
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How Nutrition Labels Impact Purchases
Calorie and nutrition labels on prepared bakery items, deli meats and cheeses were associated with fewer calories per transaction.
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New Labels for Bioengineered Food
Foods that have been previously classified as a GMO (genetically modified organism) will have a new symbol for “bioengineered” food.
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Color-Coded Nutrition Labels for Healthy Purchases
A new meta-analysis dug into the findings of 134 studies about the impact of the color-coded nutrition labels and warnings on food packaging.
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Food Packaging and Perception
Beverage and food packaging can have a big impact on consumers’ perception of product healthfulness—and the likelihood they will buy it.
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“Best If Used By” Label Confusion
The “Best If Used By” food labeling system is still confusing people, signaling a need for better communication, according to a study.
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