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FDA Considers Lowering Orange Juice Quality Standards

8/9/2025

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The FDA is considering a reduction in the minimum Brix level for pasteurized orange juice from 10.5 to 10 degrees, a move designed to support manufacturers facing difficulties in Florida's orange production. While the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends limiting fruit juice, it acknowledges that juice can offer vitamins, though whole fruits remain the healthier choice for their fiber and nutrients.

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The FDA is considering a reduction in the minimum Brix level for pasteurized orange juice from 10.5 to 10 degrees, a move designed to support manufacturers facing difficulties in Florida's orange production. While the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends limiting fruit juice, it acknowledges that juice can offer vitamins, though whole fruits remain the healthier choice for their fiber and nutrients.