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Fair Packaging and Labeling Act (FPLA): A Guide to Laboratory Compliance Testing

By Trevor Henderson | Jan 16, 2023

By adhering to FPLA requirements, businesses can build trust with consumers, avoid regulatory penalties, and ensure that their products meet the highest standards of quality and transparency.

image showing various packaged goods with claims labels like 'organic,' 'sugar-free,' 'paraben-free,' and 'all-natural,' placed on a shelf in a well-lit, organized retail setting. This illustrates the importance of accurate and informative labeling for consumer products.

How Do Laboratories Measure a Food’s Glycemic Index (GI) or GI Value?

By Trevor Henderson | Jan 15, 2023

By measuring the GI values of foods, laboratories provide essential information that guides dietary choices, supports diabetes management, and promotes overall health.

image of a scientist working at a bench with high glycemic index products, set in a modern laboratory environment

How is Expiration Dating Done on Food Products?

By Editorial Team | Jan 15, 2023

Dates on food products help not only stores but consumers determine how long the product will maintain its "best quality." Food items sold or consumed after the "use-by" date that have been stored according to packaging recommendations should still be safe to eat,...

How is Expiration Dating done in Food Products?

What’s in Halloween Candy?

By Editorial Team | Oct 12, 2021

Trick-or-treat, On October 31st, children of all ages will dress in their costumes and go door to door in hopes of acquiring handfuls of sugary Halloween candy goodness! But before your kids (or you) begin devouring all that candy, you may want to take a look at...