The FDA is changing its rules about labeling food products as "healthy." Starting on February 25, coffee drinks can be labeled as healthy if they have fewer than five calories per serving. This change aligns with the latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans and aims to help consumers choose nutritious foods.
• Coffee beverages can now be labeled as healthy, even with some added ingredients, as long as they meet the calorie limit.
• The new rules focus on limiting added sugars, sodium, and saturated fats in foods labeled as healthy.
• The FDA highlights that many added sugars in American diets come from sweetened beverages, including coffee.
• The U.S. National Coffee Association supports the change, citing studies that show coffee drinkers tend to live healthier lives.
This update is significant as it encourages healthier choices among consumers. By allowing coffee to be considered healthy, it may promote better dietary habits and reduce sugar intake from other sources.
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