Based on FDA recommendations, the Daily Value for protein is 50g per day. Generally, a Nutrition Facts label has no Percent Daily Value (%DV) for protein on display. While it may seem like a simple calculation to determine the %DV of protein based on the grams of protein in a food, more distinction is required. Protein is made up of amino acids that fall into two categories, essential and nonessential. The essential amino acids are what we obtain from food and cannot be made by the body. ... Full Article
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Crustacean Shellfish Allergy
The Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004 (FALCPA) requires the identification of Crustacean shellfish, among other allergies. There’s often confusion about what species are considered a Crustacean shellfish. Shellfish have two groups, crustaceans, and mollusks/bivalves. An allergy to crustaceans is more common, requiring identification by the FDA. FALCPA does not require the identification of mollusks and bivalves. Common crustaceans requiring ... Full Article