Tag: Regulatory loopholes

Concerns surrounding propyl gallate have emerged from multiple studies suggesting potential links to hormone disruption and other adverse health effects. Is propyl gallate harmful to humans? This question is complex, with varying conclusions from different regulatory bodies and scientific assessments.

According to a 2011 study on milkshake labels, consumers’ physiological responses were significantly altered by misleading calorie counts, demonstrating a powerful psychological con of food labelling. Beyond such psychological effects, other drawbacks include deceptive marketing and regulatory weaknesses.

According to research published by the National Institutes of Health, nearly 59% of consumers find nutrition labels difficult to understand. This statistic highlights a significant and often overlooked problem: the disadvantages of food labelling extend far beyond the information provided, creating confusion, enabling deception, and posing challenges for consumers and producers alike.

Over 80% of U.S. adults consume caffeine daily, yet a glance at many beverage labels provides no clear milligram count. The question of why is caffeine content not listed is surprisingly complex, revealing significant loopholes in food and drug regulations, particularly concerning naturally occurring versus added caffeine.