Sweet Sustainability: The Environmental Footprint of Sweeteners and Sweetness Enhancers
By Aslı Tuncer Madge, Regulatory Researcher and Regulatory Trends Consultant Ever wonder if that packet of sweetener in your morning coffee is sweeter for the planet too? As the food […]
Study Identifies Potential Link Between Early Sugary Beverages and Later Diabetes in Boys
A study presented earlier this year at the American Heart Association’s Epidemiology and Prevention Sessions suggests that consuming sugary beverages, including 8 ounces or more of 100 percent fruit juices […]
Food Fraud: Identifying Risks with Digital Tools
Food fraud, or economically motivated adulteration, is defined as the intentional misrepresentation of food products for economic gain (1). As the food supply chain grows increasingly complex, the potential for […]
3 Key Aspects of a Comprehensive Ingredient Risk Assessment
Effective food safety risk assessments are crucial for protecting public health, safeguarding brand reputation and ensuring the integrity of the food supply chain. The importance of this process is underscored […]
Understanding FDA’s GRAS: Ensuring Safe and Compliant Food Ingredients
In today’s ever-evolving food industry, the safety and compliance of ingredients are paramount. The FDA’s GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) designation is a critical aspect of this landscape, providing a […]
Leveraging Data for Food Safety and Food Fraud Vulnerability and Risk Assessments
Food safety and food fraud are critical issues in today’s global food supply chain. The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) are two critical […]
US FDA Revokes Brominated Vegetable Oil Authorization
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has revoked its authorization for the use of brominated vegetable oil (BVO). BVO is used as a stabilizer for fruity-flavored foods and beverages […]
Key Elements of the Food Safety Modernization Act and the Global Food Safety Initiative
The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) stand as pivotal frameworks ensuring the safety and quality of food products worldwide. These initiatives have been […]
FoodChain ID and ReSeed Announce the Successful Verification of Farm-level Carbon Action Quantification
FoodChain ID and ReSeed announce the successful verification of farm-level carbon action quantification, demonstrating measurement of practices that support sustainable farming and forest conservation. With the goal to support a […]