Here's what you need to know about AFGC's new info portal
And there's even an iPhone app for it.
The Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) launched the Food Allergy Information Portal, which will provide information for consumers and manufacturers on management of food allergies.
The new portal is a collaboration between government, industry, Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ), and consumer groups. It was developed by the Allergen Collaboration, and can be accessed on the (FSANZ) website.
Gary Dawson, AFGC Chief Executive, shared, “The AFGC recognises the importance of providing accurate information to consumers with food allergies and along with GS1 recently launched the free GoScan iphone app. The app provides rich information to consumers who simply scan the product bar code to help them make more informed food choices to suit their dietary and lifestyle requirements.”
“This new allergy portal is an important addition to the information and tools already available in promoting awareness about food allergies and how to manage them. The portal also allows new best practice resources to be promoted, as well as filling gaps in education materials,” added Dawson.
