Allergy Awareness Month

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…Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA) Congress passed the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA) in 2004 to protect Americans living with food allergies. Since then, the FDA has revised FALCPA …

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Family-Friendly Menu

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…At breakfast, I am wondering what they want to have that night for dinner. Any busy caregiver knows that answers to these questions are essential for a streamlined week with…

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

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…Read the white paper Understanding the Science behind Guiding Stars® by our Scientific Advisor Leslie Fischer for an in-depth look at our algorithm. For more information, see: https://www.iom.edu/Reports/2011/Front-of-Package-Nutrition-Rating-Systems-and-Symbols-Promoting-Healthier-Choices.aspx https://blogs.wsj.com/health/2011/10/20/institute-of-medicine-recommends-energy-star-for-food-labels/ https://www.nytimes.com/2011/10/21/business/a-plan-to-rate-nutrition-of-food-with-stars.html…

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