Mérieux NutriSciences | Better Food. Better Health. Better World.
Welcome to Better Food. Better Health. Better World. — the official podcast from Mérieux NutriSciences North America.
With over 50 years of scientific expertise, we dive into the critical topics shaping the food industry today — from microbiology and chemistry to sustainability, regulatory compliance, education, and innovation.
Join our experts and industry leaders as we explore the science behind food safety, the strategies driving public health, and the solutions building a more sustainable future. Whether you're a food manufacturer, quality professional, or simply passionate about safe, healthy food systems, this podcast brings you the insights you need to stay informed and inspired.
All Episodes
The End of Voluntary GRAS
In this Lab to Table episode, regulatory expert Anna Benevente unpacks a monumental shift in US food regulation: the FDA's proposal to make voluntary GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) notifications mandatory. Tune in to learn how ending the self-affirmation loophole impacts new and existing food substances. Discover updated regulatory timelines, compliance consequences, and actionable insights to help your company smoothly navigate this complex transition..png)
Lab to Table: Navigating the Future of GRAS, Synthetic Dyes, and Food Reformulation
In this episode of Lab to Table, host Mark Mantyla sits down with Anna Benevente, Director of Labeling Compliance and Regulatory Services at Mérieux NutriSciences, to unpack the complex and evolving regulatory landscape for food additives. From the potential end of self-affirmed GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) submissions to state-level bans on synthetic dyes and legacy chemicals, the food industry is facing unprecedented compliance hurdles. Anna breaks down exactly what these changes mean for national and private-label brands, the formulation challenges of swapping synthetic dyes for natural alternatives, and how FDA's new post-market assessment program could impact ingredients you’ve used for decades.
Debunking the Consultant Stigma
Think hiring a food industry consultant means paying top dollar just to be told what you already know? In this episode of Lab to Table, Mark Mantyla sits down with Will Melnychenko of Mérieux NutriSciences to smash the biggest myths holding manufacturers back from getting the help they need. See how an outside set of eyes is a game-changer for manufacturers looking to scale, ace major retail audits, and navigate the rapidly shifting regulatory minefield of rules like FSMA 204. From managing co-packers to slashing your product launch timelines, a tailored consulting approach helps you uncover operational blind spots before they damage your brand..png)
Navigating MAHA and GLP-1 Trends
In this episode, food industry experts dive into the "Make America Healthy Again" movement and its seismic impact on food manufacturing. From the "Ozempic effect" shifting consumer snacking habits to the technical hurdles of removing synthetic dyes and ultra-processed ingredients, we explore how brands can pivot toward "clean labels" without sacrificing food safety or product quality. Tune in to learn why a "Gap Assessment" is your best defense in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.