In a major step toward improving public health, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has introduced updated guidelines for labeling foods as “healthy.” The new rules, announced in February 2025, aim to align food labeling with modern nutritional science and encourage healthier food production and consumption.
Under these changes, manufacturers must meet stricter criteria to label their products as “healthy,” including limits on added sugars, sodium, and saturated fats. The FDA hopes this initiative will help consumers make more informed dietary choices and reduce the prevalence of diet-related illnesses such as obesity and heart disease.
The new standards will initially be voluntary, with mandatory compliance expected in the coming years. For more details on this policy shift, check out the full article at Foley & Lardner LLP.
This move marks a significant effort to create a healthier future through better food transparency and accountability.