Experienced food manufacturers know just how much work can go into including a nutrient content claim or health claim on their food product’s label. But for those just starting out in the industry, there’s a lot of confusion about the difference between the two types...
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How to Determine Serving Size for Your Food Product
Creating a delicious product is no easy feat, but more often than not, the process is infused with creativity, excitement, and of course, lots of tasting. Determining the serving size of a food product, on the other hand, is a lot less fun (and certainly less...
What Food Label Nutrients are Optional: Voluntary & Required Nutrients
Gregory was thoroughly confused. He’d finished perfecting the recipe for his protein-packed energy bars, which he’d been selling at the local Farmers Market for the past year. His product was wildly popular, and several customers had asked if they could buy his bars...
How to Get Barcodes for Your Food Products
Starting a food business can be exciting, but it comes with its own set of challenges. One critical step in bringing your food products to market is obtaining barcodes. Food manufacturers often wonder whether or not they need one for their product and how to obtain...
How to Safely Use Food Grade Essential Oils in Your Products
In the past few years, functional food products have begun sprouting from the woodwork as consumer demand for healthier products, many in response to the year-long COVID-19 pandemic. And while essential oils have several benefits in regards to aromatherapy, it is...
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