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FDA Updates Definition Of ‘Healthy’ Claims On Food Labels
By Emily Field ( December 20, 2024, 6:44 PM EST) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a final rule to update the definition of “healthy” claims on food labels, saying there is an epidemic of diseases in the country that are related to diet….
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From Garden to Plate: How kids are learning to cook healthy on a budget in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — I came to the Hunger Task Force, where a unique nutrition program is transforming lives by teaching parents, students, and the public how to eat healthily on a budget. I spoke with a staff member and a student to learn how the program is enriching the community. The room buzzed with energy…
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FDA’s updated “healthy” definition includes eggs
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that eggs meet the agency’s newly updated definition of “healthy.” The FDA created the new definition using current nutrition science and federal dietary guidelines, such as the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Additionally, the definition determines when the claim “healthy” can be…
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USDA and FDA rule on what foods can be called ‘healthy’
Washington, D.C. — The USDA has announced a final rule to update the definition of the claim “healthy.” The change was made in response to the prevalence of preventable, diet-related chronic diseases in the United States. To qualify as “healthy” under the new definition, food products must contain a certain amount of a food from…
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Eggs now qualify as ‘healthy’ food, FDA says: Here’s why
While eggs haven’t historically been considered a “health food,” the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) now classifies them as a “healthy, nutrient-dense” food, according to a new proposed rule. The update is the result of changes in nutrition science and dietary recommendations, according to the agency. The FDA’s “healthy” designation for food labeling purposes…
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Healthy food, healthier tomorrows: How HCA Healthcare is supporting nutrition security
Eating a healthy diet is important for overall health and well-being. Among the benefits of a healthy and nutritious diet are stronger bones, enhanced immunity and lowered risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes and some cancers. Food insecurity and the lack of access to nutritious food are associated with increased risk for multiple chronic…
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FDA updates definition of ‘healthy’ foods
Packaged foods in the U.S. will have to follow new rules in order to call themselves “healthy,” according to changes finalized Thursday by the Food and Drug Administration. It’s an update of the agency’s definition originally devised 30 years ago. The move is aimed at helping Americans navigate food labels at the grocery store and…
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Dietitian urges healthier eating as 2025 New Year’s resolution
LITTLE ROCK (KATV) — As we look ahead to 2025, many of us are already planning our New Year’s resolutions. Often, the promise to eat healthier tops the list. While studies consistently highlight the importance of a balanced diet for overall well-being, there’s a growing curiosity about whether our food choices can influence cancer risk.…
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Walnuts are a “Healthy” Food According to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration
New definition reinforces more than three decades of health research supporting walnut consumption FOLSOM, Calif., Dec. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Walnuts meet the updated definition for a “healthy” food based on the important role they play in recommended dietary patterns, according to the much-anticipated announcement from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) detailing a new definition for…
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FDA updates ‘healthy’ nutrient-content claim
The Food and Drug Administration issued a final rule Dec. 19 to update the “healthy” nutrient-content claim to help consumers identify foods that are particularly useful as the foundation of a diet that is consistent with dietary recommendations. According to a constituent update from the FDA, manufacturers can voluntarily use the claim on a food…
