By Minda Smiley
Almond snack bar maker Kind has asked the US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) to update its nutrition guidelines since the government agency considers foods like avocadoes, salmon, and nuts unhealthy because of their high fat content.
The move comes after the FDA sent Kind a letter earlier this year that said the brand was violating labeling regulations by putting the word ‘healthy’ on some of its snack bars that do not in fact meet health standards.
According to the FDA, brands can only use the word ‘healthy’ on foods that contain three grams of fat or one gram of Read full story ›
Source: The Drum