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FDA Proposes Front-of-Package Nutrition Labels to Combat Chronic Diseases

The FDA's new rule aims to simplify nutrition information on food packaging to help consumers make healthier choices.

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  1. FDA proposes putting nutrition info on the front of food packages

    The FDA's proposed front-of-package labels represent a significant step toward empowering consumers to make informed dietary choices in the face of alarming rates of diet-related chronic diseases.

    FDA proposes putting nutrition info on the front of food packages

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  2. Food shoppers could see nutrition facts on the front, as FDA unveils proposed packaging rules

    The FDA's new proposal to mandate nutrition information on the front of food packaging reflects a necessary step towards improving public health, even as it remains uncertain how the incoming administration will respond to these regulations.

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  3. Nutrition labels may come to the front of food packages under FDA proposal

    The FDA's proposal to implement front-of-package nutrition labeling is a pivotal step toward reducing the prevalence of diet-related chronic diseases by simplifying how consumers assess the nutritional quality of their food.

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Updated: Jan 14th, 2025, 4:02 PM ET

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The FDA has proposed a rule requiring front-of-package nutrition labels on packaged foods, highlighting levels of saturated fat, sodium, and added sugar. The initiative aims to empower consumers and combat rising chronic disease rates linked to diet, such as Type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Proposed labels will categorize nutrient levels as 'low,' 'medium,' or 'high,' with implementation set for 2028 after a comment period. The rule aligns with similar measures adopted in other countries and could prompt manufacturers to reformulate products for healthier profiles.

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