What is Saccharin?
November 15, 2024
Curious about saccharin? You’re not alone. Conflicting information about low- and no-calorie sweeteners seems to be reaching new heights, so we’ve searched high and low for the facts. Here’s the…
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IFIC Spotlight Survey: American Perceptions of Food Ingredient Safety
September 19, 2024
Download the survey here The International Food Information Council (IFIC) commissioned an online survey among U.S. consumers to measure knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs about the safety of food ingredients. One…
The Salty Truth: Do We Stay The Same ‘Coarse’ Or Have We Been Getting It All Wrong?
July 30, 2024
Debriefing on the consumer research findings central to this article sparked animated discussion among our staff – dietitians and veteran communicators who have long worked to effectively explain nutrition nuances…
Four Heart-Healthy Snack Ideas
June 17, 2024
According to our 2024 Food and Health Survey, 73% of consumers report snacking at least once a day, which is consistent with 2022 data but represents an increase from the…
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…
IFIC Spotlight Survey: Caffeine
March 19, 2024
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…
How Caffeine Affects Your Sleep
March 12, 2024
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 Myths and Facts
March 5, 2024
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…
The Case For Consumer-Centric Communications On Ultra-Processed Foods
January 31, 2024
Imagine a world where consumer communication outpaces the speed of scientific rigor. Where concepts that sound science-based, and make sense on the surface, shape real-life food beliefs, decisions, and eating…
Five Top Takeaways About Today’s Processed Foods Landscape
January 29, 2024
The dialogue around processed food is noisier than ever, and the constant barrage of media headlines about the purported harms of all processed foods has no end in sight. The…