FDA rule defining "healthy" on food labels delayed

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has delayed the implementation of a new FDA rule that updates the definition of "healthy" on food labels. The new effective date is now April 28, 2025, pushed back from February 25. The FDA's updated definition aims to reflect current nutrition science, allowing some foods like salmon to be labeled as healthy while disqualifying others like sugary cereals. The compliance date for manufacturers remains February 2028. Kennedy's decision follows President Trump's executive order to review pending rules. The FDA's goal is to provide consumers with accurate information on food labels that align with dietary guidelines.