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Recommendations for nutrient intakes are called Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs). DRIs are based on the amount of vitamins, minerals and …
The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) are a comprehensive set of nutrient reference values for healthy populations that can be used …
Health Canada recognizes the important role healthy eating plays in promoting the health of children and youth.
In Canada, common allergens and gluten sources must always be clearly declared on food labels when present as ingredients or …
It is estimated that between 1.8 and 2.1 million Canadians may be affected by food allergies.
Health Canada is proposing to introduce mandatory front-of-package (FOP) labelling requirements for foods high in nutrients of public health concern …
Food from foodservice establishments is often high in sodium. Excess sodium intake can increase the risk of high blood pressure, …
Health Canada is proposing to prohibit the use of partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs), the main source of industrially produced trans …
Healthy eating is more than the foods you eat. It is also about where, when, why and how you eat.
…Regulatory Initiative: Amendments to the Food and Drug Regulations - Nutrition Labelling - Forward Regulatory Plan 2015-2017