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FDA Delays 'Healthy' Label Update – What It Means for Food Industry and Consumers

The FDA has postponed its decision on updating the definition of "healthy" on food labels, pushing the date to April 28, 2025. Find out how this delay impacts food labeling, nutrition guidelines, and consumer choices.

  • Published date: 27-02-2025 05:24 AM

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has delayed finalizing its updated definition of "healthy" on food labels, originally set for February 2025, now moved to April 28, 2025. The new guidelines aim to align with modern nutrition science, focusing on whole foods while placing stricter limits on added sugars, saturated fats, and sodium. Despite the delay, the compliance deadline remains February 2028, allowing food manufacturers time to adjust. This decision impacts consumers, food brands, and health advocates seeking clearer, science-based labeling. Stay informed on how this change could reshape grocery aisles and public health initiatives.