Labeling Works! Trans Fat Consumption Down 75% in 10 Years

Labeling Works! Trans Fat Consumption Down 75% in 10 Years

In 2006, federal labeling regulations went into effect that demanded the labeling of trans-fats content on product nutrition labels. Many food manufacturers responded by changing their product formulations to remove the partially hydrogenated oils responsible for the trans-fats in our … Continue reading

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What is “Natural” Food?

What is “Natural” Food?

One in four new products launched in 2010 had a label claiming it was “Natural”. But did you know that there is no regulatory definition for “Natural” foods? While there are strict standards for Organic labeling, it’s pretty much a … Continue reading

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More Health Claims on Food Packages

More Health Claims on Food Packages

From Food Navigator:   The health and wellness trend in food is expected to endure tough economic times but there is a danger that food manufacturers could over medicalize their products, according to a research specialist. Consumers are being more … Continue reading

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