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Guiding Stars & IOM Recommendations

IOM Front-of-Pack Labeling Recommendations Reflect Key Features of Guiding Stars

On Oct. 20, 2011, the Institute of Medicine's (IOM) Food and Nutrition Board presented results and recommendations from the Committee on Examination of Front-of-Package Nutrition Ratings Systems and Symbols (Phase II).

The direction recommended by the IOM is strongly validating of the Guiding Stars nutrition guidance program, which has been in the marketplace now for five years.

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Our Algorithm Goes Public

Amidst a national debate over food rating standards, Guiding Stars has become the first nutrition evaluation system to publicize their algorithm for rating food.

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Partnership Opportunities

We’re seeking partners! From food retailers to schools, hospitals to health and wellness companies, find out how we can help you make nutrition simple.

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What is Guiding Stars?

Nutrition can be as easy as 1-2-3. Guiding Stars analyzes foods and translates the nutrition information to a rating system that is easy to understand.

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Expert Chef Recipes

Turning Guiding Star-earning foods into dishes that will tempt your family doesn’t have to be a chore. Check out the recipes from our Expert Chef for inspiration.

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Food Finder

Don’t just wonder about how many Guiding Stars your menu rates. Use our Food Finder to make more nutritious eating choices around the clock.

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Guiding Stars in Canada

Canada’s largest national grocery chain, Loblaw Cos. Ltd., is partnering with Guiding Stars to run a pilot program in several of their Toronto-area stores.

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Guiding Stars & MyPlate

Guiding Stars aligns with the USDA recommendations for daily nutrition. Take a look at how Guiding Stars and MyPlate can help you to a more nutritious life.

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