Gottlieb Raises Health Issues As FDA Dives Into Debate Over Non-Dairy Milk

FDA will reevaluate standards of identity (SOI) for certain foods -- including a look a potential health issues posed by non-dairy milk and cheese products -- as 300 of the current standards are outdated and in need of an updated framework, FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb said in a statement Thursday (July 26). The new framework, the commissioner said, will clarify FDA's stance on plant-based foods and new food technology, more closely align with consumer expectations, and offer a fresh look...