Guide to Nutritional Labeling and Education Act (NLEA) Requirements

Guide to Nutritional Labeling and Education Act (NLEA) Requirements
Author: United States. Food and Drug Administration. Division of Field Investigations
Publisher:
Total Pages: 104
Release: 1994
Genre: Food
ISBN:

This information is provided as assistance for reviewing food labels for compliance with new requirements for nutrition labeling and nutrient claims. Covers exemptions and special labeling; label review (e.g., location of nutrition facts panel, general/format and print size, serving size, servings per container, nutrient declaration); dual nutrition labeling; shortened format; simplified format; small and intermediate sized packages; multi-unit retail packages; separately packaged ingredients or foods, assortments, and foods to which ingredients are added by the user; bilingual labels; aggregate labels; nutrient content claims; and health claims.

Front-of-Package Nutrition Rating Systems and Symbols

Front-of-Package Nutrition Rating Systems and Symbols
Author: Institute of Medicine
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 180
Release: 2012-01-30
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0309218233

During the past decade, tremendous growth has occurred in the use of nutrition symbols and rating systems designed to summarize key nutritional aspects and characteristics of food products. These symbols and the systems that underlie them have become known as front-of-package (FOP) nutrition rating systems and symbols, even though the symbols themselves can be found anywhere on the front of a food package or on a retail shelf tag. Though not regulated and inconsistent in format, content, and criteria, FOP systems and symbols have the potential to provide useful guidance to consumers as well as maximize effectiveness. As a result, Congress directed the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to undertake a study with the Institute of Medicine (IOM) to examine and provide recommendations regarding FOP nutrition rating systems and symbols. The study was completed in two phases. Phase I focused primarily on the nutrition criteria underlying FOP systems. Phase II builds on the results of Phase I while focusing on aspects related to consumer understanding and behavior related to the development of a standardized FOP system. Front-of-Package Nutrition Rating Systems and Symbols focuses on Phase II of the study. The report addresses the potential benefits of a single, standardized front-label food guidance system regulated by the Food and Drug Administration, assesses which icons are most effective with consumer audiences, and considers the systems/icons that best promote health and how to maximize their use.

FDA Nutrition Labeling Manual

FDA Nutrition Labeling Manual
Author: United States. Food and Drug Administration
Publisher:
Total Pages: 152
Release: 1993
Genre: Database design
ISBN:

Gives generic instructions for developing and preparing an acceptable data base when valid estimates of nutrient content and variation are not available for the food (single or mixed products) to be labeled. The purpose of the manual is to advise the food industry in developing nutrition labels for food products that must comply with the regulations and to assist health professionals in interpreting nutrition labels on food products.

Nutrition Labeling Handbook

Nutrition Labeling Handbook
Author: Ralph Shapiro
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 732
Release: 1995-08-30
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780824792855

This handbook examines the Nutritional Labeling and Education Act (NLEA) passed by Congress in 1990. It discusses the history of the NLEA and its impact on various segments of the food industry, making complex and detailed regulations easily understandable throughout. Government, industry and consumer perspectives on labelling regulations are provided along with practical guidelines for compliance and packaging.

Food Labeling Compliance Review

Food Labeling Compliance Review
Author: James L. Summers
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2008-02-28
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0470276517

Consultant and long-time Food and Drug Administration (FDA) food labeling expert James Summers answers the many questions surrounding FDA food labeling regulations and compliance in Food Labeling Compliance Review. This comprehensive manual and fully searchable, accompanying CD-ROM are designed to aid in understanding the requirements of the FDA. Food Labeling Compliance Review is a must-have for regulatory officials, industry personnel, and others responsible for assuring that the label and labeling of domestic and imported food products in interstate commerce comply with the requirements of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, as amended. The new fourth edition of Food Labeling Compliance Review fully covers recently enacted provisions requiring labeling for allergens, trans fats, and qualified health claims. Clearly illustrated with dozens of charts, sample label panels and 'Nutrition Facts' boxes, Food Labeling Compliance Review is the practical, no-nonsense tool needed by both the experienced and inexperienced food label reviewer. Current, complete, and accurate food labeling guidance concerning FDA regulations Covers new requirements for labeling allergens, trans fats, and qualified health claims Essential for all food manufacturers, packers, labelers, relabelers, and distributors Fully illustrated with clear Q and A explanations Fully-searchable CD-ROM enables quick look ups

Food Labeling

Food Labeling
Author: Institute of Medicine
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 256
Release: 1992-02-01
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0309047374

The Nutrition Labeling and Education Act of 1990 (NLEA) changed the existing regulatory framework for food labeling requirements that was shared among federal, state, and local levels of government. In addition to creating a system of mandatory nutrition labeling for foods, NLEA provided a schedule for the preemption of state and local labeling requirements that were not identical to federal provisions. Six provisions were not to be preempted until a study on the adequacy of the federal implementation of those provisions was completed. Food Labeling is the result of that study. It presents recommendations concerning the Food and Drug Administration's implementation of the six provisions that were studied, suggestions for the future disposition of relevant state and local food labeling requirements, and views on the continuing importance of the working relationship among the various levels of government in assuring that consumers are protected from misleading label information.

Strategies to Reduce Sodium Intake in the United States

Strategies to Reduce Sodium Intake in the United States
Author: Institute of Medicine
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 506
Release: 2010-11-14
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0309148057

Reducing the intake of sodium is an important public health goal for Americans. Since the 1970s, an array of public health interventions and national dietary guidelines has sought to reduce sodium intake. However, the U.S. population still consumes more sodium than is recommended, placing individuals at risk for diseases related to elevated blood pressure. Strategies to Reduce Sodium Intake in the United States evaluates and makes recommendations about strategies that could be implemented to reduce dietary sodium intake to levels recommended by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The book reviews past and ongoing efforts to reduce the sodium content of the food supply and to motivate consumers to change behavior. Based on past lessons learned, the book makes recommendations for future initiatives. It is an excellent resource for federal and state public health officials, the processed food and food service industries, health care professionals, consumer advocacy groups, and academic researchers.

Economics of Food Labeling - Scholar's Choice Edition

Economics of Food Labeling - Scholar's Choice Edition
Author: Elise Golan
Publisher:
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2015-02-16
Genre:
ISBN: 9781298044181

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Natural Food Products and Waste Recovery

Natural Food Products and Waste Recovery
Author: Elizabeth Carvajal-Millan
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 343
Release: 2021-07-09
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1000342476

Natural Food Products and Waste Recovery: Healthy Foods, Nutrition Design, and Extraction of Valuable Compounds addresses important issues in the design of functional foods and nutraceuticals, extraction of essential compounds, and food waste management. Topics in the nutrition section cover a diverse range of topics, including uses and regulations of functional foods and ingredients, supplements, nutraceuticals, and superfoods; informatics and methods in nutrition design and development; and molecular modeling techniques in food and nutrition development. The volume goes on to address properties, microstructural characteristics, and extraction techniques of bioactive compounds. Chapters also cover the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning in food waste management, mitigation, and reuse strategies for food waste. This research-based volume is a valuable reference for professionals involved in product development and researchers focusing on food products. It will be of great interest to postgraduate students and researchers in environmental policy and waste management, as well as policymakers and practitioners in consumer issues and business.