How to Tell If a Supplement Is Legitimate

How to Tell If a Supplement Is Legitimate

In today's health-conscious world, supplements have become increasingly popular. Whether you're looking to boost your energy levels, improve your immune system, or support your overall well-being, the supplement market offers a plethora of options. However, with so many products available, it can be challenging to determine which ones are legitimate…
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March is Nutrition Month in Canada

March is Nutrition Month in Canada

March is Canadian Nutrition Month, an opportunity to acknowledge the importance of health and nutrition in our population. This initiative is spearheaded by Dietitians of Canada, an organization that continually recognizes the influence that dietitians have on Canadian’s well-being. A registered dietitian can guide you in adapting your lifestyle and diet…
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5 Dietary Supplement Violations and How to Avoid Them

5 Dietary Supplement Violations and How to Avoid Them

With a projected U.S. market size of over $300 billion by 2030, the dietary supplement category has never presented more opportunities for brand success. In a health-conscious society, dietary supplements can play a significant role in supporting individuals' well-being, but the growing popularity of these supplements has brought attention to the…
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Supplements for Winter Months

Supplements for Winter Months

As the colder seasons settle in and temperatures drop, the winter months often bring about various challenges to maintaining optimal health. The combination of chilly weather, reduced sunlight exposure, and the prevalence of seasonal illnesses can impact our well-being in many ways. In light of these factors, many people explore…
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Food Fraud: Do you know what you’re paying for??

Food Fraud: Do you know what you’re paying for??

Nobody wants to feel taken advantage of, and we all generally want to believe that the food we purchase is what it says it is – but is this the case? Food fraud includes many different types of food misrepresentation including mislabeling, adulterating, substituting lower quality ingredients, and making false…
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Why Risk It? Expedite Sales as a Food Distributor

Why Risk It? Expedite Sales as a Food Distributor

As a food manufacturer or distributor, your top goal is to connect your high-quality products with as many customers as possible. But given the exceptional challenges in today’s global market, there are countless hurdles that need to be overcome. Read on to learn how to mitigate risk and get to…
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BULLETIN: U.S. FDA Updates Allergen Labelling (FALCPA) Guidance

BULLETIN: U.S. FDA Updates Allergen Labelling (FALCPA) Guidance

In the spirit of bringing you the very latest regulatory updates, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued updated guidance for food labelling, specifically allergens, in the U.S. The guidance is abbreviated FALCPA, which stands for the Food Allergen Labeling Requirements of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.…
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The FDA is urging food manufacturers to reduce salt in products

The FDA is urging food manufacturers to reduce salt in products

In 2012, Health Canada published voluntary targets for reducing sodium in processed food by the end of 2016. The targets were developed through consultation with the food industry, health sector and research experts. Now, in an announcement made on Wednesday, the Food and Drug Administration is urging both restaurants and…
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