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
The FDA Set Guidelines for 'Acceptable' Levels of Lead in Baby Food for the First Time — but Some Experts Say It's Not Enough
On Monday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that, for the first time, it is setting guidelines for an acceptable level of lead in processed baby food, including canned fruit and vegetables,
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’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
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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FDA draft guidance on labeling of plant-based foods ‘unfairly burdensome,’ says PBFA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 ...
Baby food labels will reveal levels of lead and other heavy metals for first time
Baby food labels will disclose levels of lead and other toxic heavy metals via QR codes, thanks to a California law taking ...