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50+ Years
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Your Trusted Advocate for Nutrition and Food Safety Solutions
Founded in 1971, we are a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving public health through evidence-based advocacy, research, and education on nutrition, food safety, and health policy. Our work focuses on transforming food environments in schools, restaurants, and public spaces while holding corporations and government agencies accountable for science-driven decisions. With over five decades of experience, we provide independent, unbiased information to empower consumers and advocate for equitable, sustainable food systems. Our team of scientists, lawyers, and advocates has influenced critical policies on dietary guidelines, food labeling, and supplement regulation. We reject corporate and government funding to maintain independence, relying solely on donations and magazine subscriptions.Our accomplishments include landmark victories in food safety, reduction of harmful additives, and expansion of nutrition programs. We prioritize transparency, publishing annual reports and financial statements for public accountability. Our diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives ensure all voices are valued in our mission. Through grassroots activism, litigation, and policy advocacy, we strive to create healthier communities nationwide. Our publications, including Nutrition Action Healthletter, reach millions with actionable health advice. We collaborate with partners globally to address foodborne illness, antibiotic resistance, and biotechnology risks.
Services
Nutrition Advocacy
Food Safety
Health Policy
Public Education
Dietary Guidelines
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in public health advocacy.
- Our work is funded solely by donations and subscriptions, ensuring independence.
- We've achieved landmark policy changes in food safety and nutrition.
- Our team includes experts in science, law, and public health policy.
- We publish peer-reviewed research and consumer education materials.
What people say
Trusted research source
Effective policy advocacy
Unbiased health information
Longstanding reputation
Comprehensive resources
Services
Nutrition Advocacy
We lobby for science-driven dietary guidelines, food labeling reforms, and regulations to reduce diet-related diseases. Our work influences national nutrition programs and corporate practices. We advocate for policies that make healthy food choices more accessible to all populations.
Food Safety
Our team monitors foodborne illness risks, antibiotic resistance, and harmful additives. We push for stronger regulations to protect consumers from contaminants and unsafe practices. We investigate and report on food safety failures in industry and government.
Public Education
We provide unbiased health information through Nutrition Action magazine and online resources. Our educational materials help consumers make informed choices about diet, supplements, and food safety. We debunk nutrition myths and expose misleading marketing claims.
Policy Research
Our experts conduct and analyze scientific research on nutrition, food additives, and health outcomes. We publish peer-reviewed studies and reports that inform policymakers and the public. Our research drives advocacy campaigns and regulatory changes.
Litigation Support
We file lawsuits to enforce food safety laws, challenge deceptive marketing, and hold regulators accountable. Our legal actions have removed harmful additives and improved labeling practices. We work with partners to ensure compliance with public health standards.
People
Peter Lurie
President
Dr. Peter Lurie is a physician and public health advocate with decades of experience in health policy and regulatory reform. He leads CSPI's strategic initiatives to improve food safety and nutrition standards.
Sarah Sorscher
Deputy Director of Regulatory Affairs
Sarah Sorscher advocates for stronger food safety regulations and transparency in government decision-making. She has expertise in FDA policies and public health law, focusing on reducing preventable health risks.
Questions
What is CSPI's primary mission?
We advocate for science-based nutrition, food safety, and health policies to improve public health.
How is CSPI funded?
We receive no corporate or government funding, relying on donations and magazine subscriptions.
What services does CSPI offer?
We provide research, policy advocacy, consumer education, and litigation on food and health issues.
How can I access CSPI's resources?
Our publications, reports, and recipes are available online and through Nutrition Action magazine.
Does CSPI accept corporate donations?
No, we maintain independence by refusing corporate or government funding.
Reviews (2)
Ben
Nov 22, 2020
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I have been subscribing to the Nutrition Action Health Letter for several years because it is a great unbiased source of health information. Ther rate actual products and restaurants with good explanations for their ratings.
Paul Do
Nov 16, 2016
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I was pleased to subscribe to this newsletter many years ago; learned a lot. Now I'm out ahead of the pack, apparently. In treatment for ADHD and Candida biofilm, I'm off wheat, dairy, eggs, 3 of the tree nuts, berries, citrus and sugar; learned via OATS and IgG lab tests. I challenge this newsletter to describe the issue of biofilm and its involvement in nearly all chronic diseases: Sinusitis, Herpes, Candidiasis, Gingivitis, MS, Lyme's, Arteriosclerosis, Lou Gherig's, Alzheimer's, Cancer. And then go on to describe the methods and substances used by Dr. Charles Parker or Dr.Thomas Janossy to
