Dudek Chapter 9 - Food and Supplement Labeling

Purpose

Informed, healthier choices

FDA and FTC

Prevents misleading packaging

Comparison between products

Required label information

Product name and form

Net quanity

Manufacturer/packer/distributor details

Ingredient list

Descending order by weight

Relative proportions

2% rule for minor ingredients

Nutrition facts updates

Current nutrition science

Added sugars, vitamin D, potassium

Sodium and fiber

Removes calories from fat

Serving size changes

Typical consumption patterns

Single serving packages labeled as one serving

Dual column labels for multi serving items

Label design improvements

Larger font for calories and serving size

Bolded calorie information

% Daily value

Labeling exemptions

Fresh fruits, vegetables, fish

Minimal nutrients

Bulk foods

Packages less than 12 sq in

Allergens and special labeling

Top 8 allergens - Milk, eggs, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans

90% food allergies

Gluten free < 20 ppm gluten

Country of origin labeling

Meats, seafood, produce, some nuts

U.S, foreign, mixed origin

Nutrient content claims

Low, free, and high regulated

Reduced, light, and more comparison

Health claims

Link food to reduced disease risk

FDA criteria

Specific wording

Unqualified - SSA, do not require disclaimer about strength of evidence supporting claim

Qualified

• Qualified that specifies degree of scientific evidence that supports it, no SSA

• Claim is limited

Structure/function claims

Effect on body function

Do not require FDA function

Foods and supplements

Dietary supplements

Vitamins, minerals, herbs, amino acids

Supplement diet

Supplement regulation and safety

Not regulated like drugs

FDA must prove harm after marketing

No standardized doses or strengths

Risk of interactions and side effects

Safe use and cannabidiol

Consult healthcare provider

Low doses and single products

Stop if adverse effects occur

Growing market, limited regulation

NDA approved as dietary supplement