Why was IFIC created?
IFIC was created in 1985 to bridge the communication gap between science and the public’s decision-making processes on health, nutrition, and food safety. At that time, there was widespread debate about the safety of food ingredients, but there were few organizations that could help the public understand the science behind the issues. IFIC collects and disseminates scientific information on food safety and nutrition. We believe that credible science should drive food policy and consumer choice. We also bring stakeholders together to share information on topics of mutual interest. In 1991, IFIC created the International Food Information Council Foundation (originally called the Food Education Foundation) to serve as IFIC’s public education arm in an effort to effectively communicate science-based information about health, food safety and nutrition for the public good (www.foodinsight.org).
