Nutrition Labelling

Author : Institute of Medicine,Food and Nutrition Board,Committee on Examination of Front-of-Package Nutrition Rating Systems and Symbols (Phase II)
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2012-01-30
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780309218238

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Front-of-Package Nutrition Rating Systems and Symbols by Institute of Medicine,Food and Nutrition Board,Committee on Examination of Front-of-Package Nutrition Rating Systems and Symbols (Phase II) Pdf

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.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
Page : 76 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Food
ISBN : 9289308133

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Proposals for New Nutrition Labelling Formats by Anonim Pdf

Author : World Health Organization
Publisher : World Health Organization
Page : 16 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2022-06-07
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9789240051324

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Nutrition labelling: policy brief by World Health Organization Pdf

Acknowledging that nutrition labelling policies have a dual purpose (i.e. to protect the health of consumers and to ensure fair practices in food trade), this policy brief focusses on nutrition labelling policies as a tool to promote healthy diets. It provides policy makers and programme managers, health professionals and advocates with information and options for nutrition labelling policies, including policies on ingredient lists, nutrient declarations, supplementary nutrition information (,e.g., front-of-pack labelling, or FOPL) and nutrition and health claims.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : World Health Organization
Page : 62 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2021-09-14
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9789240035089

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Implementing nutrition labelling policies by Anonim Pdf

Nutrition labelling on packaged foods is intended to inform the consumer of nutritional properties of a food. However, some labels may create false perceptions of the healthfulness of products and may confuse or mislead consumers. To address this challenge and to support Member States in implementing policy measures, as recommended by the Framework for Action from the 2014 Second International Conference on Nutrition, the World Health Organization (WHO) is in the process of developing evidence-informed policy guidelines on the food environment, including on nutrition labelling policies (with a focus on ingredient lists, nutrient declarations, supplementary nutrition information and health and nutrition claims). This review on contextual factors to be considered in the implementation of nutrition labelling policies was prepared as part of the required process for WHO guideline development.

Author : Nordic Council of Ministers,Nordisk Råd
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789289309981

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Nutrition labelling: Nordic recommendations based on consumer opinions by Nordic Council of Ministers,Nordisk Råd Pdf

Nordic recommendations on nutrition labelling Nordic work on general labelling of pre-packed foods in 2002 led to a Nordic Policy towards the labelling of Foods, published in the report TemaNord 2002:589. Since then a Nordic project has been working on nutrition labelling of foods. The project group has concluded that as there is no perfect model for nutritional information, a nutrition label is always a compromise between many demands. A nutrition label is a tool for delivering information, to be supported by educational and other efforts. Fortification of food products was not included in this work. The conclusions regarding nutrition labelling are the following recommendations: I. Nutrition labelling should be mandatory on all pre-packed foods. II. Nutrition labels should be standardised. No asterisks, or footnotes. Legible text. III. Nutrients. Nutrition information should consist of the following mandatory list: EnergyFat of which hard fatCarbohydrates of which sugarsFibreProteinSalt. IV. Mandatory formats should give information: 1. Per 100 g, and 2. Per portion (item or household measure explanation in brackets) 3. A simple guidance system - low / high or symbols - should be devised and tested. Recommended daily intake (RDI) should not be used as this concept is too complicated. These four recommendations have been presented to the two Nordic Committees responsible, namely those for Food Issues and Consumer Affairs. Both Committees adopted the recommendations put forward, and in their turn recommended that the Council of Ministers accept the recommendations as guidelines for the Nordic work regarding nutrition labelling. The Nordic ministers for fisheries, agriculture, forestry and foods have made a decision in accordance with this recommendation.

Author : Joint FAO/WHO Codex Alimentarius Commission
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9251058407

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Food Labelling by Joint FAO/WHO Codex Alimentarius Commission Pdf

"Food labelling is the primary means of communication between the producer and seller of food on one hand, and the purchaser and consumer on the other. ...includes texts adopted by the Codex Alimentarius Commission up to 2007."--Preface.

Author : J Albert
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 185 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2014-01-23
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781845697594

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Innovations in Food Labelling by J Albert Pdf

Increasingly, consumers desire information about the health, safety, environmental and socioeconomic characteristics of food products. These traits often cannot be detected by sight, smell or taste. Therefore, consumers must use food labels to select products that meet their needs and preferences. The growing consumer and industry interest in food labels presents challenges for governments, which must ensure that the product information is accurate, truthful and not misleading to consumers. Governments must decide whether provision of information should be mandatory or voluntary. With the increase in global trade in food, there is a need to harmonize food labels so that product information is understood and relevant to foreign markets.Innovations in food labelling provides information about the principles and requirements of food labelling and reviews the latest trends in this important area. Following an introduction on the evolution of food labelling, further chapters cover the Codex Alimentarius and food labelling, international trade agreements, nutrition labelling, allergies and food labels and environmental and social labels, among other topics.An essential reference for food regulatory agencies, food law experts and professionals in the food industry responsible for labelling as well as consumer and environmental associations with an interest in labelling. Provides important information about the principles and requirements of food labelling and reviews the trends in this area Documents label evolution and considers standards and legal issues, as well as protection of the environment and sustainable food production Features labels for a variety of different markets, including organic foods, and addresses social issues such as association of food quality with location

Author : J R Blanchfield
Publisher : Woodhead Publishing
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2000-07-25
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781855736368

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Food Labelling by J R Blanchfield Pdf

J Ralph Blanchfield has brought together a distinguished panel of European and American experts from industry and academia. Together they provide a comprehensive guide to producing labelling that complies with existing legislation and satisfies the needs of all interested parties. Food labelling also provides a valuable insight into possible future developments.The book deals with each aspect of food labelling from the EU and USA perspectives in turn. The legislative requirements for both are fully examined in sections written by experts from the UK Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food and the US Food and Drug Administration respectively. There are chapters on major themes including the declaration of ingredients and additives, durability indication, nutrition information and nutrition and health claims. Readers will find answers to the questions raise by the issues of Genetically Modified and irradiated foods and ingredients, as well as guides to good international practice in design, multi-lingual requirements, shelf-life issues, traceability and instructions for storage and use.Food labelling is an invaluable guide for food processors, those concerned with food law and regulation, and all those involved in selling food products in the European Union, United States and throughout the rest of the world. Current legislation on the labelling of food products in the EU and US Full coverage of US and EU labelling regulations in a single source Controversial issue of labelling genetically modified and irradiated ingredients and foods

Author : Nordic Council of Ministers
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789289314602

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Food Labelling by Nordic Council of Ministers Pdf

This report summarizes the final results of a quantitative study on Nordic consumers' attitudes to food labelling. The study was conducted in the five Nordic countries Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland and Iceland. More than 1,000 interviews were conducted in each country. The results of this survey show that information about ingredients, nutritional contents, "best-before-date", and country of origin must be printed clearly on the food package. This is the "top-of-mind" information Nordic consumers want to see on food labels to be able to make a conscious choice when buying food. Furthermore, a majority of Nordic consumers welcome measures to help consumers to take in information and increase the legibility of food packages. There is strong support for the introduction of a minimum print size and for obligatory labelling information always being laid out in the same format on the package. The purpose of the study was to collect up to date information and knowledge on the needs and attitudes of Nordic consumers regarding food labelling. The study aims to contribute to the preparation for the upcoming European Union revision of the food labelling rules.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
Page : 90 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Food
ISBN : 9789289314282

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Food Labelling by Anonim Pdf

Author : Ragnhild Kjelkevik
Publisher : Nordic Council of Ministers
Page : 106 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Advertising
ISBN : 9289302437

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Food Labelling by Ragnhild Kjelkevik Pdf

Author : Siân Astley
Publisher : Royal Society of Chemistry
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2019-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781788010733

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Health Claims and Food Labelling by Siân Astley Pdf

Providing an introduction to the use of nutrition and health claims, this book explores these claims around the world and the impact of the different legislations on consumers as well as likely developments in the future. As nations tackle the food and health issues of the 21st century, this book will provide a single source drawing together all of these topics. In recent years, nutrition and health claims displayed on food packaging have become more regulated with the dual aims of protecting consumers from false claims and promoting consumption of foods with proven health benefits. Edited by Siân Astley, with contributions from renowned experts, chapters describe the legislation underpinning nutrition and health claims globally, explain the permitted use of claims globally in theory and practice and explore differences between the various legislative frameworks. This book will be of interest to those involved in food health and dietary impact research, as well as food manufacturers, legal and healthcare students with an interest in food, nutrition, bioactive compounds and human health.

Author : Ralph Shapiro
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 732 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 1995-08-30
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0824792858

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Nutrition Labeling Handbook by Ralph Shapiro Pdf

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.

Author : United States. Food Safety and Inspection Service. Standards and Labeling Division
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Food
ISBN : UIUC:30112001247458

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Standards and Labeling Policy Book by United States. Food Safety and Inspection Service. Standards and Labeling Division Pdf

Author : Kate A. Conley
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Food
ISBN : 1503823334

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How to Read Nutrition Labels by Kate A. Conley Pdf

Introduces readers to the basic items on a nutrition label, such as serving size and nutrients. Readers will learn how to use this information to make healthful food choices. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, labeled diagrams, a quiz and answer key, a phonetic glossary, an index, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.