Nutrition Through The Life Cycle
7th Edition
ISBN: 9781337919333
Author: Brown, Judith E.
Publisher: Cengage Learning,
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Chapter 1, Problem 11RQ
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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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Serving Size 2 tbsp 32g (32g)
Servings Per Container 8
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