The Chef Ann Foundation helps schools replace ultraprocessed foods with fresh, healthy, kid-approved meals cooked from scratch.

SNAP funding could face a major shake-up at the end of September unless Congress passes a resolution to delay major changes included in the GOP’s One Big Beautiful Bill.

Food stamps have a direct link to other critical resources, such as free breakfast and lunch at school. Now, experts say they're starting to see that link break.

Governments in India, the UK and beyond are taking notice as research links energy drinks to health problems.

To celebrate back-to-school season, Dr. Marlene Schwartz sat down for an interview about the importance of the National School Lunch Program, the nutritiona ...

A new proposal aims to implement the MAHA movement’s push to close a loophole for food ingredients, but is missing important elements to ensure compliance.

The ultraprocessed food industry changed snacking culture for families. There are many options of processed foods that are designed for on-the-go convenience. What should snacking look like for kids?

The company paid scientists whose studies largely found that mixing energy drinks and alcohol isn’t harmful, contrary to most research.

Over 80% of foods marketed to toddlers are ultraprocessed, while nearly half fail to meet global nutritional guidelines, a new study found.

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The parasite has sickened thousands across the United States. Experts have tips on how to stay safe.

Sales of ultra-processed foods from major companies are not increasing as much as sales of relatively unprocessed foods.

A federal judge on Monday blocked the Trump administration from allowing five states to ban the purchase of sugary drinks and candy with food stamps.

Research published in the American Journal of Public Health details the connection between ultra-processed foods and the tobacco industry when it comes to production, strategy and marketing.

Researchers say a proposed U.S. food label is less effective than those in other countries and falls short in helping consumers identify healthy foods.

A series of first-of-their-kind, large-scale epidemiological studies have suggested associations between food dyes—both “natural” and artificial—and preservatives, and an increased risk of chronic hea...

While many kids experience teasing from family members, it can be worse when it's coming from their mom.

Food companies use spokescharacters and cartoon tie-ins on toys, games, and ads to embed their brand names and logos into the daily lives of children.

Your risk of cognitive decline and dementia rises with small amounts of ultraprocessed foods, even when you are trying to eat healthy, a new study found.

Our environment drives many of the choices we make around what we eat. Evidence shows that to encourage consumers to make healthier choices, better labelling and education are crucial.

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins this week attributed a multimillion-person drop in the number of participants receiving food stamps through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program to the ta...

A change in the FDA's definition of 'No Artificial Colors' on food labels may create confusion for consumers.

On a recent week preparing for trial, Ellie didn’t sleep for two nights in a row. The 32-year-old attorney, who lives in Los Angeles, often works between 12 and 20 hours per day. By the time she slams...

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. promised the U.S. would have a definition of “ultra-processed foods” by April. Experts have long disagreed about the term, but Brazil might have an answer.

Identifying unhealthy food is not as easy as one might think.

Cutting back on ready-to-eat meals won't be easy, and whole milk may make a comeback. One thing that's certain: It'll be a while before the new guidelines trickle down to schools.

A majority of tested baby foods are ultraprocessed, packed with potentially harmful additives, sugars and salt, a new study found.