Buzzwords like “natural,” “fat-free,” and “high protein” can make junk food seem healthier than it really is. Claims like “no ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. From flashy buzzwords to health claims, food labels can be deceiving. With this in mind, it’s important to take a closer look at ...

Many foods you think are healthy can hide added sugars you don't expect. Added sugars are sweeteners added during food processing, not the natural sugars found in fruit or milk. Food makers often use ...

Nutrition labels flaunt calorie counts in bold on food packaging. The amount of energy — or calories — we get from food is ...

The FDA has updated the definition of "healthy" on food labels to better reflect current nutritional science. Foods must now meet criteria for beneficial nutrients and limits on added sugars, ...

Some food labels designed to nudge Americans toward healthier food choices can have the opposite effect, new University of Florida research shows. The study is particularly compelling because it comes ...

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) – This year, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is overhauling food labels, with a major focus on redefining what qualifies as “healthy.” The new changes aim to make it easier ...

(CNN) — The US Food and Drug Administration has finalized new standards that foods must meet before they can be labeled as “healthy.” Requirements now include limits on saturated fat, sodium and added ...

You want your patients to eat healthier. But American food labels don’t make that easy. A few diet and nutrition specialists offer tips for teaching your patients about food labels — including updated ...