From Label to Table: Regulating Food in America in the Information Age (Volume 82) (California Studies in Food and Culture)
$29.95
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Book Synopsis: How did the Nutrition Facts label come to appear on millions of everyday American household food products? As Xaq Frohlich reveals, this legal, scientific, and seemingly innocuous strip of information can be a prism through which to view the high-stakes political battles and development of scientific ideas that have shaped the realms of American health, nutrition, and public communication. By tracing policy debates at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Frohlich describes the emergence of our present information age in food and diet markets and examines how powerful government offices inform the public about what they consume. From Label to Table explores evolving popular ideas about food, diet, and responsibility for health that have influenced what goes on the Nutrition Facts label—and who gets to decide that.
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Discover the fascinating story behind the Nutrition Facts label with "From Label to Table: Regulating Food in America in the Information Age." This captivating book by Xaq Frohlich delves deep into the political battles and scientific developments that have shaped American health, nutrition, and public communication. With its unique perspective, this volume sheds light on how this seemingly innocuous strip of information has transformed our food and diet markets in the information age.
Through an engrossing narrative, Frohlich takes readers inside the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, uncovering the policies and debates that led to the birth of the Nutrition Facts label. Gain valuable insights into the evolving ideas surrounding food, diet, and responsibility for our health that have influenced the content of this label—and ultimately, what ends up on our tables.
This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the impact of government regulations on food and diet choices. It offers a unique perspective on how powerful government agencies inform the public about what they consume, and leaves readers with a deeper understanding of how information influences our daily lives. Don't miss out on this eye-opening journey through the history of the Nutrition Facts label!
Get your copy of "From Label to Table" today and uncover the secrets behind the Nutrition Facts label. Equip yourself with knowledge and empower your decisions about what you and your family consume. This book is a valuable resource for health-conscious individuals, nutrition enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the inner workings of the food industry. Order now and gain a new perspective on the foods that fuel us!
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