Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Registered Dietitian Seal of Approval?
The Registered Dietitian Seal of Approval is a certification that validates your product’s nutritional quality, transparency, and alignment with health and wellness standards. It is awarded after a comprehensive evaluation by registered dietitians.
The Registered Dietitian Seal of Approval is a certification that validates your product’s nutritional quality, transparency, and alignment with health and wellness standards. It is awarded after a comprehensive evaluation by registered dietitians.
Why should I apply for the seal?
The seal builds trust with consumers, differentiates your brand in a crowded market, and validates your nutritional claims with expert-backed certification. Products with professional endorsements are more likely to attract health-conscious shoppers and secure prime shelf space.
The seal builds trust with consumers, differentiates your brand in a crowded market, and validates your nutritional claims with expert-backed certification. Products with professional endorsements are more likely to attract health-conscious shoppers and secure prime shelf space.
What types of products are eligible for certification?
We evaluate a wide range of food, beverage, and supplement products. Eligible items include:
Natural and organic foods
Functional foods and beverages
Dietary supplements
Plant-based or specialty diet products (e.g., gluten-free, keto, etc.)
If you’re unsure whether your product qualifies, contact us for guidance.
We evaluate a wide range of food, beverage, and supplement products. Eligible items include:
Natural and organic foods
Functional foods and beverages
Dietary supplements
Plant-based or specialty diet products (e.g., gluten-free, keto, etc.)
If you’re unsure whether your product qualifies, contact us for guidance.
What is the process for obtaining the seal?
Submit Your Application: Provide product details, including ingredient lists and nutritional information.
Evaluation: Our registered dietitians review your product for nutritional excellence, ingredient quality, and transparency.
Feedback: If your product doesn’t meet the standards, we provide recommendations for improvement.
Approval: Once all criteria are met, you’ll receive the seal and supporting materials.
Submit Your Application: Provide product details, including ingredient lists and nutritional information.
Evaluation: Our registered dietitians review your product for nutritional excellence, ingredient quality, and transparency.
Feedback: If your product doesn’t meet the standards, we provide recommendations for improvement.
Approval: Once all criteria are met, you’ll receive the seal and supporting materials.
How long does the evaluation process take?
The standard evaluation process typically takes 2-4 weeks. Expedited evaluations are available for an additional fee and provide results within 7 business days.
The standard evaluation process typically takes 2-4 weeks. Expedited evaluations are available for an additional fee and provide results within 7 business days.
How much does it cost to get certified?
Costs vary depending on the number of products and services requested. The basic structure includes:
Application fee: $250 per product
Evaluation fee: $1,000 per product (discounts available for multiple products)
Annual certification fee: $500-$2,000 per product, depending on business size
Optional add-ons, such as marketing support and data insights, are available. Visit our Pricing page for full details.
Costs vary depending on the number of products and services requested. The basic structure includes:
Application fee: $250 per product
Evaluation fee: $1,000 per product (discounts available for multiple products)
Annual certification fee: $500-$2,000 per product, depending on business size
Optional add-ons, such as marketing support and data insights, are available. Visit our Pricing page for full details.
What happens if my product doesn’t meet the criteria?
If your product doesn’t initially qualify, we provide detailed feedback and actionable recommendations to help you improve it. You can resubmit the revised product for re-evaluation at a reduced fee.
If your product doesn’t initially qualify, we provide detailed feedback and actionable recommendations to help you improve it. You can resubmit the revised product for re-evaluation at a reduced fee.
Can I use the seal on my product packaging?
Yes! Once certified, you can display the seal on your product packaging, marketing materials, website, and advertisements to showcase your commitment to quality and transparency.
Yes! Once certified, you can display the seal on your product packaging, marketing materials, website, and advertisements to showcase your commitment to quality and transparency.
What happens if I change my product’s formula or packaging?
If your product undergoes reformulation or packaging updates, you’ll need to submit it for a Product Reformulation Review to ensure continued compliance with certification standards.
If your product undergoes reformulation or packaging updates, you’ll need to submit it for a Product Reformulation Review to ensure continued compliance with certification standards.
How long is the certification valid?
The certification is valid for one year. To maintain your certification, you must renew annually by providing updated product information and paying the renewal fee.
The certification is valid for one year. To maintain your certification, you must renew annually by providing updated product information and paying the renewal fee.
How do I get started?
Getting started is easy! Simply fill out our online application form and provide the required product details. Our team will guide you through the process. Apply Now to begin.
Getting started is easy! Simply fill out our online application form and provide the required product details. Our team will guide you through the process. Apply Now to begin.
Have more questions?
If you have additional questions or need assistance, please contact us.
If you have additional questions or need assistance, please contact us.