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Understanding ingredient labels

Elisabeth Anderson

August 12, 2019 - Labels

In this series, we explore labels on our everyday products to understand the ingredients that we consume and use. In this post, we'll explore label standards. What is an ingredient label, and what information can we discern from it? Ingredient labels are printed…

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Norbert Kaminski named CRIS director

Elisabeth Anderson

August 7, 2019 - Faculty News

Norbert Kaminski, Ph.D. to serve as director for the Center for Research on Ingredient Safety at Michigan State University. Norbert Kaminski, Ph.D. to serve as director for the Center for Research on Ingredient Safety (CRIS) at Michigan State University (MSU). His appointment…

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From food to house hold products

Elisabeth Anderson

August 5, 2019 - 101 Series Labels

In this series, we explore labels on our everyday products to understand the ingredients that we consume and use. Labels on our food and household products can be confusing. In this series, we'll explore labels and how they help us make informed…

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When a GRAS status changes – Triclosan

Elisabeth Anderson

July 29, 2019 - Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS)

What happens when an ingredient is no longer generally recognized as safe (GRAS)? In this post, we’ll explore triclosan. What happens when an ingredient is no longer generally recognized as safe (GRAS)? In this post, we’ll explore triclosan, an ingredient that was…

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Quinine

Elisabeth Anderson, Jinpeng Li

July 22, 2019 - Summer Staple Ingredients

As summer heats up, let’s take a look at an ingredients in some of our favorite beverages; quinine. Updated: May 28, 2020 As warm weather season kicks off, and you reach for your favorite drink, did you know it could contain quinine? What is…

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Anti-Caking Agents

Elisabeth Anderson

July 15, 2019 - Summer Staple Ingredients

With summer humidity in full swing, let’s take a look at a group of ingredients that help keep our foods fresh; anti-caking agents. Summer humidity isn’t the only need for anti-caking agents, these compounds help keep our cheese, salt, sugar, flour, and…

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Pectin

Elisabeth Anderson

July 8, 2019 - Summer Staple Ingredients

As summer fruit season swings into full gear, let's take a look a summer ingredient that can help you enjoy summer all year long; pectin. Ever wonder how jam, jelly, and other sweets get their thick texture? Pectin is the active ingredient…

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Exploring Regulations

Elisabeth Anderson, Joe Zagorski

July 1, 2019 - Dietary Supplements

We find that folks take supplements to aid their health. But what do consumers need to know about the regulatory landscape ensuring the safety and efficacy of supplement ingredients? Updated January 8, 2024 What are dietary supplements? Dietary supplements are any pill, capsule, powder,…

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Pea Protein Isolate

Elisabeth Anderson

June 24, 2019 - Summer Staple Ingredients Trending

Updated: August 18, 2025 Pea protein isolate is quickly becoming a popular ingredient in everything from shakes to meat alternatives. Here’s what you need to know about its nutrition, safety, and uses. Top Takeaways: Pea protein isolate is made from yellow peas and…

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Zinc Oxide

Elisabeth Anderson

June 17, 2019 - Summer Staple Ingredients

In this post, we’ll be exploring zinc oxide, a common ingredient we use all summer. As summer heats up, we’ll spend the next few posts exploring different ingredients that make our summer fun and safe. In this post, we’ll be exploring zinc…

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