Session I (Recorded) includes an Overview of Food Labeling from a legal perspective and how we will start things off! Throughout this introduction, the audience will be acquainted with proper protocol on establishing "correct" food labels and ways to avoid costly mistakes. This will be followed by a lively discussion on the chaotic state of food labeling and why the need is ever-present for reform measures. Legislative and regulatory recommendations will be offered to those in attendance. Session II (Recorded) will offer an opportunity to explore all the 'Tough Spots' of food labeling, including, but not limited to, Allergens, Natural and Organic claims. Unique features, including dual language and/or bilingual labeling and examining specific state issues/regulations on labeling, are subject areas requiring particular attention which will be discussed. Advertising complexities and how they are applicable to the food industry will set the tone for another segment during Session II. Understanding enforcement policies - substantiating claims, deceptive practices, nutritional and environmental claims, comparative advertising claims - will be examined in depth. Discussions will also address website advertising and labeling. Session III (Recorded) discusses the HOT topics for 2010 and beyond. Dr. Jessica Leighton, Senior Advisor for Science in the Office of Foods/Office of Commissioner at FDA,was the keynote speaker. Dr. Leighton addressed FDA's Front-of-Pack Nutrition Labeling Initiative and Planned Reforms of the Nutrition Facts Panel. A review of Structure/Function claims, as well as drug and disease claims was addressed in this session. Also included was an update from the FDA on Gluten-free and Menu-labeling. As an added benefit, there is a special segment on Restaurant/Food Service Establishment Labeling. Included in this segment are nutrition labeling guidelines and a discussion of mandatory and voluntary programs. Nutrient content and health claim issues will be explored.
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