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State of the Art of Food Front-of-Package Labeling Systems Considering Consumer Trends and Perceptions about Natural Health, and Food Processing and Sustainability

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: High Resolution Image Download MS PowerPoint Slide Trends in food labeling such as “healthy food”, “natural food” and “food sustainability” have emerged among consumers. Notably, some front-of-packages (FOP) labeling systems have been developed and adopted in many countries. This review analyzes the state of the art FOPs worldwide, according to the Global Food Research Program, and other food classifications related to sustainability and naturalness. Applying a food classification system to labels is a challenging. At this time, none of the food classification systems are free from criticism. Nevertheless, it is a simple step to inform the general population about technical aspects that permeate food processing and nutritional qualifications. The use of the FOP promotes transparency. Therefore, efforts to improve, update, and harmonize the food classifications behind FOP are needed.

Source: ACS Nutrition Science

DOI: 10.1021/acsnutrsci.5c00018

Authors: Alessandra Amorim, Rosires Deliza, Miriam Dupas Hubinger, Paulo José do Amaral Sobral

Institutions: Universidade de São Paulo, Embrapa Agroindústria de Alimentos, Universidade Estadual de Campinas (UNICAMP)

Language: English

Topic: Consumer Attitudes and Food Labeling

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Zero hunger, Responsible consumption and production

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $4,500