While some labels are well-intentioned, many
labels can mislead consumers, nutritionists say, and can cause health
risks for some. The muddle of private icons, graphics and categories
should be replaced with a single, FDA-sanctioned certification program.
Consumers need an authoritative assessment of food products. A
red/yellow/green light icon, similar to one introduced in the United
Kingdom, has been suggested as a simple, recognizable standard.
Call for FDA-certified health labeling on food
Nutrition researchers are asking the FDA to regulate the numerous labels that claim health benefits on food packaging.
May 31, 2007
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