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Health Advocates Are Unhappy with FDA Guidance on Lead Levels in Baby Food
The U.S. Food and Drug Association (FDA) released the first-ever guidelines for levels of lead in processed baby foods this week. However, many health and safety advocates say they are not satisfied with the guidance.
FDA updates the definition of ‘healthy’ foods
New FDA rules for 'healthy' food labels aim to align with federal dietary guidelines. Changes include limits on added sugars and sodium, and prioritize whole foods.
FDA Updates Meaning of ‘Healthy’ on Food Labels
The US FDA wants to redefine the meaning of healthy food, issuing a rule that changes how food companies claim their products are nutritious.
Healthy Or Not? The FDA’s New Rule Redefines What “Healthy” Means On Food Labels
The FDA recently issued a final rule, which updates the definition for the implied nutrient content claim “healthy.” The definition change aims
US FDA issues guidelines to reduce lead levels in baby foods
The FDA’s action, serving only as non-enforceable guidance, has been criticised by the NGO Center for Science in the Public Interest as insufficient.
FDA Sets Lead Limits for Processed Baby Foods Amid Safety Concerns
In a groundbreaking move, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently implemented lead limits for processed baby foods, setting the maximum allowable content at 10 parts per billion. These new standards apply to a range of baby foods,
FDA’s Fresh Take on Use of “Healthy” in Food Labeling
On December 19, 2024, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a new final rule titled “Food Labeling: Nutrient Content Claims; Definition
FDA limits toxic lead in some baby foods
The agency issued final guidance that it estimated could reduce lead exposure from processed baby foods by about 20% to 30%. The limits are voluntary, not mandatory, for food manufacturers, but they allow the FDA to take enforcement action if foods exceed the levels.
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Decoding ‘healthy’ on food labels: What does it really mean?
Discover the updated nutritional requirements for claiming a food as 'healthy' by the FDA. Learn how to navigate through ...
Michael Moss breaks down new FDA rules for "healthy" food labels
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Michael Moss explains the FDA's new rules for "healthy" food labels, limits on added sugars ...
11 Common Words With Very Specific Meanings on Food Labels in the U.S.
Sometimes regular English words—words that have commonsense but slightly fuzzy meanings—must be defined more precisely for ...
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FDA draft guidance on labeling of plant-based foods ‘unfairly burdensome,’ says PBFA
The FDA does not favor commonly used descriptors such as ‘plant-based burger' on labels and suggests brands instead say ...
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FDA Releases Draft Guidance for Labeling Plant-Based Animal-Derived Foods
Comment period is open for the public to review the new draft guidelines for labeling plant-based alternative foods.
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FDA recommends plant-based foods prominently state main ingredient
FDA suggests brands clarify ingredient sources on plant-based product labels – a shift some industry groups say may be ...
Cheese Puffs Recall as FDA Issues Risk Warning
The snacks were distributed in the state of New York and have been recalled due to undeclared additives and flavor enhancers.