Tag: Regulatory differences

According to research from the Calorie Control Council, cyclamate is approved as a sweetener in over 130 countries, yet its presence in older formulas is a key reason why Diet Mountain Dew was banned in some nations. This regulatory divergence stems from decades-old scientific concerns and varying food safety standards worldwide.

According to the Food Standards Agency's 'Our Food 2024' report, compliance with hygiene standards in UK meat and dairy establishments remains high. This focus on process-based regulation contrasts with the US's product-based approach, sparking a long-standing debate over whether UK food standards are higher than the US.

Over 70% of Americans take some form of dietary supplement daily, creating an enormous and often misunderstood market. A common point of confusion for consumers is whether these products—ranging from vitamins to herbal remedies—should be considered drugs, and the answer is rooted in key regulatory distinctions.