Viewpoint: 'A fool's errand' — Here's why the FDA's new 'healthy' label for foods won't move the needle on chronic disease
In September, the FDA began the process of promulgating new rules to determine what foods could carry the label "healthy." In addition to updating standards set 30 years ago, when margarine was healthier than butter, the goals are to reduce “the burden of chronic disease and advance health equity.” There's been quick pushback by food manufacturers, but that is not surprising. Before considering the meaning of healthy, let’s consider the FDA’s claim that food labels can provide information.
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