FDA redefines 'healthy' foods

FDA Updates ‘Healthy’ Claim for Foods — but Use Is Voluntary
The US Food and Drug Administration has issued a final rule that updates the “healthy” nutrient claim on food labels, although compliance by manufacturers is voluntary.
What foods are considered healthy? Here's what to know about FDA's finalized new rule
The final rule of what qualifies as healthy on manufacturers' food packages was finalized by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration on Thursday. The foods will need to meet specific criteria for companies to voluntarily place a "healthy" label on their products.
FDA Redefines ‘Healthy’ Food Parameters for the First Time in 30 Years
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Avocados, salmon, strawberry yogurt: Which of these meets FDA's new definition of a "healthy" food?
The Food and Drug Administration plans to update its definition of "healthy" foods. Items that are high in saturated fat, sodium and added sugars no longer qualify.
FDA updates 30-year-old definition of 'healthy' foods, sets limits for added sugars
FDA nicks sugary cereals, highly sweetened yogurts and white bread from the healthy food list and adds avocadoes, salmon and water.
FDA updates definition of 'healthy' foods
The new rule will take effect within two months and food manufacturers will have until February 2028 to comply.
FDA updates definition of ‘healthy’ on food labels for first time in 30 years
A new rule from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will update what it means for food to be labeled “healthy” for the first time in 30 years, a move that aligns with current nutrition science and is meant to help consumers better navigate food labels.
FDA redefines what foods can be labeled as 'healthy'
Foods will be required to contain certain ingredients and be under specific limits for added sugar, saturated fat and sodium to be marketed as "healthy." (Scripps News)
FDA announces new healthy food label criteria
To qualify for the label, products must now include foods recommended by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

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