There’s an old saying that we are what we eat. The problem is more and more people are eating less and less well. Poor diets contribute to heart disease, strokes, diabetes, and other potentially serious health conditions. Among the many culprits is added sugar –...
Food manufacturers face a mammoth task ensuring the information included on a Nutrition Facts label is clear, concise, and accurate – particularly with so many rules and regulations to contend with. Faced with all the food labeling requirements under the FDA’s Code of...
It’s no secret to those in the food manufacturing industry that the FDA is pretty particular—especially when it comes to nutrition facts labels. Of course, they have the public’s best interests at heart, but making sure nutrition labels are compliant down to the last...
At LabelCalc, we are dedicated to empowering our clients, especially when their dreams include becoming a food manufacturer. Navigating the world of food production can be daunting, but we’re here to simplify the process, starting with nutrition labels. In this blog,...
Jack was perplexed. “How the heck do I get nutrition facts for my product?”, he asked. I could hear the slight panic in his voice over the phone. He’d already perfected each of his recipes in his line of gourmet hummus, he’d chosen and ordered his packaging, and he’d...
Importing food into the United States can be a sticky process if you aren't up to date on government requirements. Here are the 5 major points you need to know to begin importing your food products into the United States to meet all major FDA guidelines. 1....
Using LabelCalc: Understanding Ingredient Databases LabelCalc exists to make nutrition labeling a lot easier than using a food lab. Using a food lab is costly and it takes a long time to receive the nutrition reporting, and they don't even provide you with a label!...
Do I Need a Nutrition Label or a Supplement Label for My Product? If you are new to manufacturing and you have a great product you're trying to bring to retail that's nutrition or food-related, you're gonna need a label to educate the consumer about the...
Hi there new food manufacturer! If you have landed on this article and are trying to bring your secret sauce to retail grocery stores or attempting to sell online, congratulations! You've just entered the world of food manufacturing, and we are so happy you are here!...
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