September 29, 2018 by Chris

FDA to Review Plant-Based Food Labels

This blog has long covered global (and decidedly local) efforts to address the use of animal- and dairy-based terms like “milk” and “cheese” to describe plant-based foods like “Almond Milk” and “Soy Cheese.” Recent reports suggest that the FDA is now taking a fresh look at the issue, seeking industry input and comments.  Obviously it is still early in the process, but the invigorated effort is one worth watching.