As the Wall Street Journal reports, the FDA is finally reviewing its guidelines for what constitutes “healthy,” something it hasn't done since 1994. The Journal also notes that FDA typically changes its guidelines well after research has offered new findings, which explains why its labels often seem outdated.
Check This Out…
The agency said in a statement this week: “We believe now is an opportune time to reevaluate regulations concerning nutrient content claims, generally, including the term ‘healthy.'” Part of what prompted this is a petition from KIND LLC, the popular granola bar maker. Last year, the company received a letter from the FDA demanding that it remove the word “healthy” from its packaging, because it currently doesn't fit the standing definition (though Pop-Tarts are fine). KIND challenged the agency and last month was finally told it could use the term “healthy and tasty,” but not on its nutrition label.
What Do You Think?
Does the FDA need to change how it labels foods as “natural” or “healthy,” or do you think the labels are fine just as they are?
Share Your Thoughts Below!
Article Source: Tasting Table
There are no comments at the moment, do you want to add one?
Write a comment