Does the carbohydrate value on my label include fiber? The answer is yes… or no! It depends on where you live. The dictionary defines “carbohydrate” as any of various neutral…
Author: Stephanie Ulrich
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Working with Components in Genesis R&D Supplements
In Genesis R&D Supplements, “Components” are the building blocks of Ingredients. Everything the program does requires that you start with Components. So, this blog is going to take a closer look…
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History of the U.S. Nutrition Facts Label Celebrating 30 Years of Genesis R&D
Genesis R&D® Foods turns 30 this year, just one year after the same milestone for the Nutrition Labeling and Education Act of 1990 (NLEA). This is not a coincidence.In fact,…
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Yield Adjustments in Genesis R&D Foods: Moisture Loss, Fat Loss, and Processing Loss
Many food products have gone through some sort of cooking process before their final, edible forms, which often results in weight loss, either from loss of fat or loss of…
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Using Genesis R&D to Comply with the UK's Food Information Allergen Declaration Amendment
Starting Oct. 1, 2021, all prepacked for direct sale (PPDS) foods in the UK must include on the product packaging a full list of ingredients with any allergens emphasized (in…
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Creating a Barcode for Your Food Product Label
Currently, no government regulations require that your food package display a UPC-A barcode, but, most retail establishments and distributors will require one for inventory and pricing information.The process for adding…