True, Misguided or False? Expert research provides answers to your food-focused questions by rating them on the Food Integrity Index.

How does it work?

1. You submit a question.
2. We send it to all qualified experts to respond.
3. They provide a response, which is posted. (There may be more than one response to any question)
4. We include a "summary" for a quick overview of the answers, which all contributing experts have reviewed.

What is the Food Integrity Index?

"America — The Melting Pot" applies not only to our cultural diversity but the wonderful and flavorful opportunities for our palate. From the largest national chain to the local specialty market or neighborhood ethnic restaurant, Americans have a multitude of choices for safe, nutritious and affordable food to meet the needs of consumers who have varying preferences, values and budgets.

The Center for Food Integrity supports consumer choice. The Food Integrity Index is designed to provide balanced, objective information to help consumers make informed choices. We have partnered with leading universities to provide information on common questions or issues about the contemporary US food system. The Index provides a quick overview of the issue and the conclusions, but each expert’s full response is available here too.