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The Surprising Failure Of Food Labeling

Food labeling is one of the least objectionable types of regulation bursting into the scene in recent decades. It is also one of the least successful.

The ongoing explosive debate about labeling foods produced from genetically engineered crops, known as GMOs, is a testament to how important food labeling is perceived... “Labelists” (folks who embrace mandated labeling as an effective form of regulation) have successfully pushed for an assortment of food labels over the past two decades.

Obamacare, for example, requires (as do many local laws) the prominent posting of calories in restaurants. First Lady Michelle Obama, a well-intentioned food labelist, is promoting what she…

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 The Surprising Failure Of Food Labeling

Food labeling is one of the least objectionable types of regulation bursting into the scene in recent decades. It is also one of the least successful.

Clean Label Project

We are a nonprofit focused on health and transparency in consumer product labeling. Clean Label Project’s mission is to educate consumers so they can make informed choices every time they shop. We accomplish this by using scientific data to identify toxins in consumer products and by sharing this information with you, the consumer.

Canada.ca

About food labels, requirements, buying food grown or prepared in Canada, report a concern and technical documents.

Food Standards Agency

Guidance notes for businesses on food labelling regulations that concern food safety.

FoodInsight.org

The International Food Information Council (IFIC) Foundation is dedicated to the mission of effectively communicating science-based information on health, nutrition and food safety for the public good.

USDA

General information and resources for food labeling.

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