Labeling

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Opposes Milk Labeling Petition

The organization disputes claims that proposed labeling changes to milk cartons would promote healthier eating practices and reduce childhood obesity. ...More
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40% Of Youth Use Calorie Info At Fast-Food Restaurants

Girls and obese youth were most likely to consider their caloric intake, according to a study published in the Journal of Public Health. ...More
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Menu Labeling Lowers Women's Caloric Intake

Menu labeling has raised awareness of calorie content in restaurant meals and slightly reduced women's caloric intake, according to a new study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. ...More
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Foster Farms Recalls RTE Grilled Chicken Strips in 6 States

Foster Farms is recalling approximately 6,165 pounds of ready-to-eat grilled chicken breast strips that contain the allergens wheat and soy, which are not declared on the product label, USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced May 21. ...More
May 22, 2013
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FDA: Dietary Supplement Represented as Food 'Misbranded'

Natures Health Options LLC, which distributes Charantea Bitter Melon Ampalaya in 500 mg capsules and as tea bags, was accused of making statements on its website that represent the product as a traditional food. ...More
May 21, 2013 By Josh Long
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Canada Unveils Food-Safety Action Plan

On May 17, the Harper Government unveiled its Safe Food for Canadians Action Plan that aims to further improve Canada’s food-safety system by strengthening food safety rules, more effective inspection, a renewed commitment to service and more information for consumers. ...More
May 20, 2013
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Court Upholds Dismissal of Trans Fat Labeling Lawsuit Against J&J

The panel of appeals judges stated federal regulations that were made under the Nutrition Labeling and Education Act (NLEA) authorized J&J's trans fat claims, consequently preempting plaintiff's causes of action under state law. ...More
May 16, 2013
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Customers Question 'All Natural' Food Claims

Skepticism continues to rise as consumers see the words "all natural" printed on more and more of their food products. ...More
May 14, 2013
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Whole Foods Recalls Mislabeled Cold Salads Over Allergens

Whole Foods Market is recalling bulk curried chicken salad and bulk vegan curried chick'n salad because some of the items may have been sold with reversed labels causing undeclared soy and egg allergens, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced May 9. Due to ...More
May 10, 2013
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Olive Oil Assays Help Ensure Product Authenticity

Adulteration of olive oil is a common problem in the food industry, and mislabeling is a growing concern to chefs, retailers, olive growers and olive oil processors, However, researchers from USDA’s Agricultural Research Service have developed new laboratory assays that add ...More
May 9, 2013
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