
2022 Food and Health Survey
May 18, 2022
The 2022 Food and Health Survey marks the 17th time the International Food Information Council (IFIC) has surveyed Americans to understand their perceptions, beliefs, and behaviors surrounding food…

Food Allergies Across the Globe
May 17, 2022
In the time it takes to make your bed in the morning or brush your teeth at night, a person has been admitted to the emergency room…

What is Folate?
May 12, 2022
Highlights Folate is a water-soluble B-complex vitamin that is found in a variety of vegetables, legumes, pulses and animal foods. Folate is essential in our body for…

5 Nutrition and Food Safety Pregnancy Myths
May 5, 2022
Pregnancy can be both an incredibly exciting and nerve-racking time. And as the logistical reality of pregnancy sets in, women who are expecting often swiftly come to…

AAPI Heritage Month: Celebrating Asian Contributions to Farming
May 3, 2022
The immigration of people from countries all over the world to the United States has made a huge impact on many of the consumer goods Americans enjoy…

What Is Iron?
April 29, 2022
Highlights Iron is an essential mineral for transporting oxygen in our bodies and is also vital for growth and development, hormone synthesis, and muscle metabolism. Meat, seafood,…

Metals in Food and Water: What You Need To Know To Protect Your Health
April 28, 2022
Although it may sound alarming, metals in our food supply is nothing new. Metals are natural elements found in Earth’s crust, and they often make their way…

Added Sugars Labeling for Honey and Maple Syrup: A Less-Sticky Situation
April 26, 2022
Key Highlights: The Nutrition Facts label became mandatory in the 1990s. Added Sugars information has been required on the Nutrition Facts label since 2016. Pure honey, pure…

Earth Day: How You Can Help
April 21, 2022
Happy Earth Day! Each year’s celebration of this important day reminds us of all the ways we can help the environment every day in our own homes….