Only 28% of the people surveyed responded that they know a lot or a fair amount about the Healthy Food Promotion Act, better known as front labeling. The data is derived from research conducted by ShopApp until June 2023. This figure contrasts with the 67% of respondents who said they agreed with this measure.

With the aim of raising awareness and helping the population to understand the seals currently displayed on foods, the Argentine Federation of Cardiology (FAC in Spanish) analyzes each of these insignia and their effect on cardiovascular health.

At present, as regulated by law, food manufacturers are obliged to declare up to five categories of excesses and two warnings. Each of them has a reference value following the recommendations of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO). “As a scientific organization, we have a responsibility to help the population understand the meaning of these values on packaging. The correct understanding of these warnings brings both therapeutic and preventive benefits,” says Dr. José María Silveyra (MN 118085), cardiologist; president of the Obesity and Diabetes Committee of the Argentine Federation of Cardiology (FAC).