Dietary guidelines, nutrition research, food-related health guidance, and evidence-based practical eating advice.
Dietary guidelines, food policy, nutrition studies, preventive diet advice
Obesity; Diabetes; Parenting and Family; Public Health
The FDA has updated when food packages can use the word “healthy.” The claim now better reflects current nutrition guidance, but it is still only a shortcut. Shoppers should keep checking the Nutrition Facts label for serving size, sodium, added sugars, and saturated fat.
The CDC says the moringa-linked Salmonella outbreak tied to recalled greens supplements is over, but some products may still be in homes because of their long shelf life. Here is what to check, what symptoms to watch for, and why greens powders are not a substitute for a healthy eating pattern.
The American Heart Association’s March 31, 2026 update is not a rigid meal plan. Here’s what its nine diet steps mean in plain English and what you can realistically try this week.
The FDA has updated the rules for the voluntary “healthy” claim on food packages. Some foods may newly qualify, while others that used to carry the claim may no longer do so. The label can be a useful shortcut, but shoppers still need to check serving size, added sugars, sodium, saturated fat, and the ingredient list on the Nutrition Facts panel.
The FDA has updated when food packages can use the word “healthy.” That does not mean the claim tells the whole nutrition story — shoppers still need to check serving size, sodium, added sugars, and the full Nutrition Facts panel.
Fiber can help you feel satisfied after meals, support digestion, and lower the chance of constipation. The key is to add it slowly and drink enough fluids so your stomach has time to adjust.
The FDA has updated the definition of “healthy” on food packages, and the new rule is meant to better match current nutrition guidance. For shoppers, the label can be a helpful shortcut — but it is not a stand-alone measure of whether a food fits your overall diet.
The FDA now requires new warnings on carbidopa/levodopa labels about vitamin B6 deficiency and possible seizures, with advice on testing and monitoring.
The 2025-2030 U.S. Dietary Guidelines put more weight on whole foods and less on added sugar and heavily processed foods. Here’s what changed.
Chewing problems can change what older adults eat. Learn how dentures, dry mouth, and sore teeth affect nutrition and when to get care.
The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines talk a lot about “real food,” but the bigger everyday question is whether healthy choices become easier to afford, find, and fit real life. That is where the Advisory Committee’s health-equity lens may matter most.
The new federal dietary guidelines matter far beyond your kitchen. For most people, the clearest takeaway is to cut back on highly processed foods, sugary drinks, and refined carbs before fixating on the newer, more debated protein and dairy shifts.
Federal health experts say routine multivitamins have not been heart disease or cancer in generally healthy adults. Here’s what that means, who still may benefit from supplements, and how to make practical, evidence-based decisions in 2026.
Ultra-processed foods are often blamed for rising rates of heart disease and diabetes. Here’s what the U.S. Dietary Guidelines and major studies actually show—what’s known, what’s uncertain, and what practical steps families can take.
The 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans place a stronger emphasis on health equity, cultural food patterns, and structural barriers to healthy eating. Here’s what that could mean for school meals, SNAP and WIC, healthcare settings, and everyday families.
The new 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans are shaping school meals, SNAP benefits, and public health messaging nationwide. Here’s what they say about added sugar, sodium, and everyday eating—and how it affects heart disease and diabetes risk.
The 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans continue to shape school meals, SNAP, WIC, and everyday nutrition advice. Here’s how a stronger health-equity focus may influence policy, access, and practical food guidance across the United States.
The new 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans reinforce practical steps for healthier eating. Here’s what changed, what stayed the same, and how the guidance may affect your daily meals, chronic disease risk, and long-term health.
Heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and stroke remain leading causes of death in the United States. Here’s what current federal guidance and major medical groups say about preventing chronic disease—and how those recommendations translate into everyday decisions about food, movement, screenings, oral health, and insurance coverage.
Federal dietary guidance continues to emphasize whole foods, limits on added sugars and sodium, and balanced eating patterns. Here’s what that means for everyday meals, families, and long-term health.
Many Americans take vitamins or minerals every day. Here’s what federal health experts say about who benefits, who may not, and how to use supplements safely.
Obesity affects more than 2 in 5 U.S. adults and is linked to diabetes, heart disease, and other conditions. Here’s what current evidence says about screening, medications, lifestyle treatment, and what it means for families.
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