• Does Lightlife have any products that do not contain gluten?

  We have five products that do not contain gluten ingredients. They are:
  Tofu Pups, Soy Tempeh, Wild Rice Tempeh, Garden Vegetable Tempeh and Flax Tempeh.
  
  We understand how important it is for people who have been medically diagnosed with gluten sensitivity to obtain accurate information about our food to help plan their meals and diets. And we continue to look for ways to meet the dietary needs of our consumers. Since wheat is a major food allergen, if it is used in the product it would be listed in the CONTAINS statement following the ingredients list. If any ingredient in the product includes rye or barley, it will be listed in parentheses immediately following the ingredient.

• Can I freeze Lightlife products?

  Our products are at their highest quality when they have not been frozen but we understand that some consumers prefer to store them in this way to extend the amount of time they have to consume them. Unopened products can be frozen for up to a year if the product is put in the freezer before the best by date. Quality over time will be diminished especially if they are frozen close to the best by date and the product would not be the same as a freshly bought product.

• Can I eat Lightlife products after the best by date if they haven't been frozen?

  We do not recommend consuming our products after the best by date.

• Do Lightlife products contain genetically modified soybeans?

  We do not use soybeans that were produced using biotechnology as we have confirmed that our soy suppliers source only non-bioengineered soybeans that are identity preserved.

• Why is there black on my tempeh?

  The dark areas are mold that is edible and perfectly normal. Tempeh is a fermented product that incubates for several hours. During incubation, the black and white areas develop as part of heating and cooling. The dark areas are purely cosmetic and will not affect the flavor, texture or shelf life of the product. Our tempeh is pasteurized after it has been packaged and therefore is a cooked product. If you notice any spots that appear a color other than black or white, please do not eat the product.

• Are Lightlife products pre-cooked?

  Lightlife products go through a pasteurization process after they have been packaged. This pasteurization step is a critical food safety step in our process and fully cooks the product. Although you can safely eat them out of the package, we find most of our products are much more appetizing when prepared according to package directions.

• Are Lightlife products available outside of the United States?

  At this time, Lightlife is available in the United States and we do not have any plans to distribute them internationally.

• Why is soy protein good for you?

  The Food and Drug Administration states that: "25 grams of soy protein a day as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce the risk of heart disease". More than 25% of all Americans have one or more types of coronary heart disease. By serving a diet including soy-based protein ingredients, you may help lower your family's cholesterol level. Lightlife can help with delicious soy breakfasts, lunches, and dinners that the entire family will enjoy! For more information, please visit www.fda.gov.

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