SILVER SPRING, Md.—If you have an opinion on sodium reduction, several federal agencies want to hear it. A joint public meeting, “Approaches to Reducing Sodium Consumption," has been scheduled for Thursday, November 10, 2011, by FDA, CDC, FSIS, ASR and CNPP.
This public meeting is part of a broader effort by FDA and other agencies to obtain comments, data and evidence relevant to the dietary intake of sodium, as well as current and emerging approaches designed to promote sodium reduction.
According to a CFSAN press release: “Listening to outside interested persons is the primary purpose of this meeting. FDA and FSIS recognize ongoing efforts by a number of members of the restaurant and packaged food industries to reduce sodium and appreciate the complexities of reducing sodium in foods. Continued input and support from industry and other interested organizations and individuals is important to support further progress on this significant public health issue."
The Public Meeting will inform possible future action by the aforementioned agencies.
Click here for complete details.
