Showing posts with label FDA. Show all posts
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Wednesday, July 23, 2025

FDA to Revoke 52 Standards of Identity for Food Products

The FDA announced that it is revoking or proposing to revoke 52 outdated Food Standards of Identity (SOIs) for products such as canned fruits and vegetables, dairy, baked goods, and macaroni. These rules, initially created to ensure uniformity and prevent food fraud, are now considered obsolete due to advances in food science, labeling, and safety regulations. The move aligns with broader efforts under the Trump Administration to reduce regulatory burdens, increase transparency, and support innovation in food production, while still protecting consumers.



The Potential Downside

While revoking outdated Standards of Identity (SOIs) can encourage innovation and reduce red tape, there are potential downsides worth noting:

Loss of uniform definitions:
Without clear standards, products could vary more widely in ingredients or quality, making it harder for consumers to know exactly what they’re buying.

Risk of consumer confusion or deception:
SOIs historically ensured “honesty and fair dealing.” Removing them might open the door for misleading product names or formulations that don’t match consumer expectations.

Weaker safeguards for traditional products:
Standards helped preserve certain traditional recipes and prevent cost‑cutting substitutions that could lower nutritional value or quality.

Regulatory gaps:
Although modern labeling and safety laws exist, some worry that fewer defined standards could require stronger enforcement elsewhere to prevent food fraud.

Bottom line:
Revoking obsolete rules can be positive, but agencies and manufacturers must ensure transparency and accurate labeling so consumers remain protected and informed.

Friday, July 22, 2011

Blogs and Videos by Dietitians: Week of July 21, 2011






Eat Right to Hydrate During Heat
Eating the right foods to stay hydrated in the
summer heat with registered dietitian Angela Lemond



Tips to help women curb cravings (WFTX-FOX Naples, FL)
Registered Dietitian Cheryl Forberg talks about healthy diet, supplement
and exercise tips to curb craving and have a well-balanced approach to wellness.
 

Relaxation Drinks
KETK spoke with Trinity Mother Frances Clinical Dietitian Tami Lawrence, RD-LD
and relaxation drink lovers about the possible negative effects.



Welcome to Sydney for ICD 2012 from
Princess Alexandra Hospital

The dietitians at the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Queensland, Australia, welcome you to Sydney for the International Congress of Dietetics in September 2012. The Dietitians Association of Australia is hosting the 16th ICD - and look forward to seeing you there!

For more information visit http://www.icd2012.com/ or follow at www.twitter.com/icd2012

Healthy snacks for kids
Gina Bucciferro, a clinical dietitian at Loyola University Medical Center,
provides tips on what snacks to give kids and how to build healthy habits with them.

Got Milk?
Registered Dietitian Sara Robbins joins Kristen (at kasa.com) to talk about
the new campaign: "Refuel With Chocolate Milk Tour." Sara talks about
the benefits of drinking Chocolate Milk and why it is a
great post-exercise recovery drink and offers ideas
for healthy snacks for balance in your diet.


Healthy Families BC: Sodium and Hypertension
Registered Dietitian Melodie Yong speaks to a cardiovascular surgeon
at St. Paul's Hospital on the connection between
sodium and hypertension.

Summer Smoothies
Life Time Fitness Registered Dietitian Lauren Floyd
shows you how to make a variety of great-tasting smoothies.


Brown Rice Tabbouleh - HealthyBites
Weis Markets Registered Dietitian Karen Buch shows you how to create
Middle Eastern-inspired side dish with this recipe for Brown Rice Tabbouleh.
Featured Recipe:
http://www.weismarkets.com/recipes-meals/recipes/Brown_Rice_Tabbouleh


Cool Summer Treats  
Korey Kealey of AMorning Show and dietitian Sue Mah
talk about treats that will cool you down this summer but still pack some nutrients.



Let's Move with the Florida Dietetic Association
The 76th Annual Florida Dietetic Association Celebration Dinner, July 19, 2011
After attending 3 days of amazing educational programs and poster sessions,
viewing exhibits and tasting new products, we celebrated
Nutrition Experts - Making a Difference at the Member's Reception.
Seeing old friends, meeting new colleagues and celebrating -
"Let's Move" with FDA
 
 

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