Lexology December 20, 2024
FDA Unveils an Updated Definition of “Healthy” Foods
On December 19, 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a significant update to the definition of “healthy” for food labeling, revising the 30-year-old definition. This change aims to align food labels with current nutrition science and federal dietary guidelines, assisting consumers in making more informed dietary choices to combat diet-related chronic diseases.
The new definition brings two key expansive and complex changes:
- Food Group Requirements: To qualify for the “healthy” label, products will need to contain a certain amount of food from one or more recommended food groups, such as fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy, and proteins.
- Nutrient Limitations: The updated rule sets specific limits on a wide range...
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