Caffeine’s Consumer Conundrum
March 26, 2024
While highly studied and approved for safe use by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), and many other global regulatory agencies, caffeine remains a…
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While highly studied and approved for safe use by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), and many other global regulatory agencies, caffeine remains a…
The conversation regarding caffeine continues to generate public attention and, in many cases, public concern. Specifically, the dialogue regarding caffeine safety, sources, and recommended amounts will likely continue to fuel…
Download the guide here This guidance document, Understanding & Interpreting Food & Health Scientific Studies, Guidance For Food & Nutrition Communicators, aims to improve understanding of scientific publications to enhance…
The International Food Information Council (IFIC) commissioned an online research survey with consumers based in the US to measure knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs about caffeine. One thousand adults aged 18+ years completed…
When you feel tired during the day, it’s tempting to reach for a quick jolt of energy from a cup of coffee or energy drink. Depending on the time of…
Caffeine keeps us moving, with approximately 9 out of 10 American adults consuming coffee, tea, or soft drinks at least once a day. However, a lot of confusion still surrounds…
Our February Newsletter explores the science (and safety) behind sweetness.
Highlights Allulose is a rare type of naturally-occurring sugar found in small amounts in wheat and some fruits; it is also commercially produced from corn. Allulose is naturally low in calories; it contains 10% percent of the calories of the same amount of table…
In the world of perceived public health nutrition enemies, low- and no-calorie sweeteners (LNCS) are often at the top of the heap. However, when we are faced with a communications…