MAHA Database Initiative Empowering Consumers with Comprehensive Food Data

[Audio] Hello, This video will explain the MAHA database initiative. This proposal supports Secretary Kennedy's and Dr. Markary's plan to Make America Healthy Again by Empowering Consumers with Comprehensive Food Data. This proposal was prepared by Scott Coates and Nora Marshall. Nora and Scott have together for 15 years at AOAC INTERNATIONAL running the AOAC Research Insitute (RI). We developed and mainteained a scientice-based database for the RI program. We want to apply our experience to develop and maintain a database supporting the MAHA iniatitive..

The Challenge: A Need for Greater Food Transparency.

Our Vision: A Unified Food Information Ecosystem.

Key Deliverables & Timeline: Project 1. Expanded Chemical Contaminants Transparency Tool (CCT Tool) Focus: Report actual contaminant concentrations in specific brands (produce, dairy, meat). Impact: Significant change in industry culture. Timeline: Years 1 & 2.

Key Deliverables & Timeline: Project 2. New MAHA Database for Restaurant Food (MAHA RF) Focus: Easily compare ingredients of foods from top 50 US restaurant chains. Impact: Empowers consumers to make informed dining choices. Timeline: Years 2 & 3.

Key Deliverables & Timeline: Project 3. New MAHA Database for Commercially Prepared Food (MAHA CPF) Focus: Extend MAHA database to include major commercially prepared food producers (e.g., ConAgra, Nestle USA, General Mills). Impact: Comprehensive ingredient comparison for packaged goods. Timeline: Year 3.

What Users Will Be Able To Do. Our integrated databases will allow users to: Check for Relevant Contaminant Standards: View maximum allowable levels and actual concentrations. Compare Ingredients Between Restaurants: Make informed choices when dining out. Compare Between Commercially Prepared Food Companies: Understand differences in packaged foods. Check for Recent News: Stay updated on ingredient and/or contaminant news..

Project Costs & Investment. This initiative represents a significant investment in public health and consumer empowerment. Year 1: $ 2,662,800 Year 2: $ 3,161,865 Year 3: $ 3,341,195 Total Investment over 3 Years: $9,165,860.

Conclusion. Empowering Consumers, Transforming Industry The MAHA Food Safety Initiatives will revolutionize food transparency. Provide consumers with unprecedented access to critical food information. Drive positive change and accountability within the food industry. We believe this investment will lead to a healthier, more informed America..

Questions & Discussion. Thank you..

Scott Coates, Chief Executive Officer, Analytical Science Advocacy & Consulting (ASAC) LLC, 6220 Mt. Phillip Rd., Frederick, MD 21703 240 765 2565 [email protected] Nora Marshall, Mgr. Dir.; ASAC LLC Analytical Science Advocacy & Consulting (ASAC) LLC, 6220 Mt. Phillip Rd., Frederick, MD 21703 240 XXX XXYY [email protected].