With the FDA’s changes to the Nutrition Facts Panel, a few nutrients have been getting more press lately. One of those is fiber. We all hear that we need more…
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New Rules for Gluten Free Labeling
As of Aug. 5, 2014, food products that are labeled gluten-free must meet the government definition of gluten-free. The FDA came out with the final guidelines last August, giving manufacturers…
4 Reasons Food Manufacturers May Choose to Reformulate Their Products
The goal of the proposed FDA Nutrition Facts Label changes is to provide improved information to consumers so that they may better maintain healthy dietary practices. The shift will affect…
Vitamin D – Are We Getting Enough?
In recent years, news articles and health magazines across the country have been highlighting the distinct lack of vitamin D in the average American’s diet. Vitamin D is a nutrient…
What's the Buzz about Added Sugar?
In February, the FDA introduced proposed regulations for the revision of the Nutrition and Supplement Facts labels. After having ample time to consider all comments judiciously, the FDA will release…
Why is Potassium in the Spotlight?
As part of the proposed changes to the Nutrition Facts label, the Food and Drug Administration is recommending that potassium be added to the list of mandatory label nutrients. Currently,…