Navigating U.S. Food Regulations: Safety and Enforcement

Navigating U.S. Food Regulations: Safety and Enforcement

本课程是 Personalized Nutrition, Policy, and Food Regulations 专项课程的一部分

位教师：Jessica Hartke

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Discover how advocacy, industry, and government agencies interact to shape and enforce U.S. food regulations.
Understand U.S. nutrition policy, food assistance programs, and their impact on public health.
Explore food labeling, safety laws, and regulatory frameworks through expert-led frameworks and models.

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In today’s global food system, understanding how food regulations shape what we eat, how it’s labeled, and how it’s imported is more important than ever. Navigating U.S. Food Regulations: Safety and Enforcement is a dynamic 4-week Coursera course that explores the complex landscape of U.S. food laws, enforcement mechanisms, and the role of advocacy in shaping policy. From the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) to the regulation of dietary supplements and infant formula, learners will gain a practical understanding of how food safety is maintained and how consumer protection is enforced. Led by instructor Dr. Jessica Hartke, you’ll explore how regulations evolve in response to public health needs and industry practices.

This course features insights from a distinguished team of experts, including food law scholar Bryan Endres, nutrition scientist Deshanie Rai, regulatory strategist Karleigh Bacon, and food policy specialists Robbie Burns and Nate Matusheski. You’ll also hear from guest lecturers who are leaders in advocacy and policy, offering firsthand accounts of how regulations are influenced and enforced. Whether you're a student, professional, or curious consumer, this course will equip you with the tools to critically evaluate food regulations and their impact on public health and industry. This course is part of the College of ACES suite of online programs. To learn more about online programs from the College of ACES and explore ways to apply your Coursera work toward a degree program at the University of Illinois, visit: https://aces.illinois.edu/online.

In the course orientation, you'll get to know the course, your classmates, and our learning environment, and gain the technical skills needed. Then, learn how advocacy groups influence food policy and regulation in the U.S. You will also learn how global organizations and U.S. agencies work together to ensure that imported foods meet safety and labeling standards. By the end of this module, you'll be able to explain how both domestic and international efforts help shape the food supply available to U.S. consumers.

涵盖的内容

9个视频5篇阅读材料2个作业1个讨论话题

9个视频总计25分钟

Course Introduction 2分钟
Meet Your Instructor | Dr. Jessica Hartke 1分钟
Module 1 Overview 2分钟
Instructor Bio | Robbie Burns, PhD 1分钟
Advocacy and Food Regulations in the U.S. 5分钟
Influence of Global Policy Groups on U.S. Food Regulations 4分钟
Introduction to U.S. Agencies that Regulate U.S. Food Imports 4分钟
How Does the U.S. Ensure the Safety of Imported Foods? FSMA and FSVP: What Does It Mean? 4分钟
Module 1 Summary 2分钟

5篇阅读材料总计90分钟

Syllabus 10分钟
Learn More About Flexible Pathways 10分钟
Updating Your Profile 10分钟
Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) 30分钟
FDA Strategy for the Safety of Imported Food 30分钟

2个作业总计60分钟

Module 1 Quiz 30分钟
Orientation Quiz 30分钟

1个讨论话题总计10分钟

Getting to Know Your Classmates 10分钟

In this module, you will learn how the U.S. regulates special categories of foods, including medical foods, infant formula, and dietary supplements. These products serve unique roles in health and nutrition and are subject to specific rules for safety, labeling, and ingredient use. You’ll explore how key laws like the Infant Formula Act and the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA) define these categories and guide FDA oversight. By the end of this module, you’ll be able to identify how each of these special foods is regulated and what makes them different from conventional foods.

涵盖的内容

8个视频2篇阅读材料1个作业

8个视频总计21分钟

Module 2 Overview 2分钟
Instructor Bio | Nate Matusheski, PhD 1分钟
Triggering Events: What Led to the Regulation of "Special Foods" in the U.S.? 3分钟
Instructor Bio | Deshanie Rai, PhD, FACN 2分钟
Medical Foods: What Are They and How Are They Regulated? 6分钟
Infant Formula: Regulation of Products for Sole Source Nutrition 4分钟
Yes, Dietary Supplements are Regulated by the FDA 3分钟
Module 2 Summary 1分钟

2篇阅读材料总计60分钟

Infant Formula 30分钟
FDA 101: Dietary Supplements 30分钟

1个作业总计30分钟

Module 2 Quiz 30分钟

In this module, you will learn how food regulations are enforced in the U.S. through the work of key federal agencies like the FDA and USDA. You’ll explore the difference between labeling and advertising and understand why each is regulated differently. The module also covers enforcement tools such as recalls, withdrawals, safety alerts, and FDA warning letters. By the end of this module, you’ll be able to explain how enforcement actions help protect consumers and ensure companies follow food laws.

涵盖的内容

10个视频2篇阅读材料1个作业

10个视频总计19分钟

Module 3 Overview 2分钟
What Are the Main Enforcement Agencies? 3分钟
Understanding the Difference Between Labeling and Advertising 2分钟
How Are Advertising Regulations Enforced? 3分钟
Case Study of Advertising Regulations Enforcement 2分钟
Instructor Bio | Karleigh Bacon, PhD 1分钟
What Is the Difference Between a Recall, a Withdrawal, and a Safety Alert? 2分钟
What is an FDA Warning Letter? 1分钟
How Can I Find Out About Recalls, Withdrawals, Safety Alerts, and Warning Letters? 1分钟
Module 3 Summary 1分钟

2篇阅读材料总计60分钟

Food Recalls: What You Need to Know 30分钟
About Warning and Close-Out Letters 30分钟

1个作业总计30分钟

Module 3 Quiz 30分钟

In this module, you will explore how food regulations are enforced through real-world examples and learn how consumers can take legal action when regulations fall short. You’ll examine case studies involving mislabeled or unsafe products and understand the role of private litigation and class-action lawsuits in protecting consumer rights. At the conclusion of this module, you will be ready to complete the final assessment for the course and earn your Coursera certificate!

涵盖的内容

7个视频6篇阅读材料2个作业

7个视频总计19分钟

Module 4 Overview 2分钟
Instructor Bio | Professor Bryan Endres 1分钟
Why Are Food Regulations Important? 3分钟
How U.S. Food Regulations Are Enforced: Real-World Examples 5分钟
Beyond Regulation: Consumer Initiatives 5分钟
Module 4 Summary 1分钟
Course Wrap-up 2分钟

6篇阅读材料总计120分钟

9th Circ. Clarifies What Consumers Must Read On Labels 30分钟
Class Action Lawsuits: An Introduction 30分钟
Food and Supplement Class Action Suits That Rely on Alleged Regulatory Violations 30分钟
Congratulations! 10分钟
Stack Your Course Certificate Toward Graduate Coursework 10分钟
Getting Your Course Certificate 10分钟