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“Often we are led to believe that sugar is hiding in many of the foods we eat. It’s not hiding; however, it may be added to foods for reasons consumers may have not expected, and it is certainly waiting for the recognition it deserves for the many supports roles it plays.”

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Big Interview – Courtney Gaine

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“Courtney Gaine, Ph.D., R.D., President and CEO for the Sugar Association in Washington, D.C., discusses consumer education, health trends and the evolving role of sugar in baking. …“Advocating for evidence-based policies about sugar and educating key audiences has never been more important, and it has never required more commitment and investment of time and resources. […]

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Ruiz Foods Eyes Product Innovation and the Contentious Front-of-Pack Ingredient Discussion

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“The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is adding tension to the front-of-pack ingredient trends. The FDA announced that it will require food and beverage manufacturers to disclose “added sugars” on the front of packaging. The new rules for added sugars are due in October, according to the FDA, in an attempt to educate consumers about […]

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