title: A natural compromise: a moderate solution to the GMO & "natural" labeling disputes.
abstract: In the United States, genetically modified (GM) foods are labeled no differently from their natural counterparts, leaving consumers with no mechanism for deciphering genetically modified food content. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not formally defined the term "natural," which is frequently used on food labels despite consumer confusion as to what it means. The FDA should initiate a notice and comment rulemaking addressing the narrow issue of whether use of the word "natural" should be permitted oil GM food labels. Prohibition of the use of"natural" on genetically modified foods would mitigate consumer deception regarding genetically modified food content without significantly disadvantaging genetically modified food producers.
authors: Stephanie
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authors: Amaru
mesh_terms: D005515:Food Labeling / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D033161:Government Regulation; D007881:Legislation, Food; D030821:Plants, Genetically Modified; D014481:United States; D014486:United States Food and Drug Administration