Nutrition Through the Life Cycle (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781305628007
Author: Judith E. Brown
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Introduction: The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is a regulatory body that lays down the requirements that a food product label must comply before making any nutrient content claim. This will not only help the customers to make informed decisions regarding their diet but also prevent manufacturers to make false claims that can adversely affect the health of the population.
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