Ahead of White House conference, Sugar Association pushes FDA for stricter labeling on sweeteners
The Sugar Association is stepping up pressure on FDA to respond to its 2020 petition requesting more transparent labeling for sweeteners in food. “The FDA’s rules for alternative sweetener labeling are antiquated and mislead consumers about what is really happening in the food supply. Further agency delay on this important issue will make the problem worse,” said
Front-of-pack food labeling gets focus ahead of White House conference
The idea of requiring nutrition labels on the front of food packages to disclose sugar and fat content is getting increased attention ahead of the first White House conference in more than half a century on hunger and nutrition policy. An official task force report informing the conference has included front-of-package nutrition labels in its recommended policy actions.
Clarity sought on role of sustainability in dietary guidelines process
The thorny and politically charged issue of the sustainability of the food system is once again front and center in the debate over the government’s dietary guidelines. The Agriculture Department and Department of Health and Human Services, which share oversight and development responsibilities for the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, say they will address sustainability and
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The sugar industry wants FDA to add labels to artificial sweeteners
“The Sugar Association is re-upping a push against “hiding” alternative sweeteners, which the group says have “surged” 300 percent in the past five years. It’s called the “Campaign for Sweetener Transparency.” There’s a new landing page encouraging consumers to get involved.” Read the full article here (subscription required): https://foodfix.co/rethinking-the-farm-bill/
Old-Fashioned Nutritive Sweeteners Are On The Rise
“Sugar is a versatile and irreplaceable functional ingredient in food,” says Courtney Gaine, president and CEO of the Sugar Assn. “It’s the gold standard for taste and is a familiar ingredient that has been used for generations—often for reasons that have little to do with its sweet flavor. These functional properties range from balancing acidity,
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