
Deciphering Food Labels
Additional Resources
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Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network
http://www.foodallergy.org
FAAN is a nonprofit organization devoted to educating the public about food allergies. Call: (800) 929-4040
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
http://www.fda.gov
The FDA is responsible for protecting the public health by ensuring the safety, efficacy, and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, medical devices, our nation's food supply, cosmetics, and products that emit radiation.
MyPyramid.gov
http://www.mypyramid.gov
The U.S. government's website about the MyPyramid Plan Food Guidance System features information on the food pyramid and its 12 models geared to different people, online tools, and dietary guidelines.
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
http://www.usda.gov
The USDA works to enhance the quality of life for people by supporting the production of agriculture.
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