As a parent you want to make sure that your child is healthy and is able to enjoy foods safe from toxins. However, as consumers and citizens of the world we should look not at just one generation but take responsibility for grandchildren’s future as well. One way to do that is by tracking legislation that impacts upon food safety and the standards put forth by the government for certifying products as organic. Legislation before congress can be tracked by visiting the website http://thomas.loc.gov/. Also each state has its own website that provides free access to all bills pending before the legislature. When an important issue comes up regarding food safety, consumers need to stand up and be counted by emailing their representatives and staying informed about the products that are on the grocery store shelves.
Another way to stay informed and monitor the changing legal requirements and standards is to consult the agency responsible for implementing and policing the legislation enacted by Congress regarding organic baby foods. If you guessed the United States Department of Agriculture, you are right. Visit http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usdahome and type in organic baby food. You will find everything from standards to studies regarding organic baby foods. There is also a section entitled laws and regulations which provides the consumer with the tools necessary to build a healthy base of information. |
