New guidelines for healthy eating say Americans should eat more whole foods and protein, fewer highly processed foods and less added sugar ...

In November 2025, a group of the world’s leading experts on ultra-processed foods (UPFs) came together to review the latest ...

Some plant-based processed foods may lower heart disease and diabetes risk, challenging one-size-fits-all warnings about ...

Health experts weigh in on whether RFK Jr.'s new dietary guidelines will impact what Americans eat.

More protein, full-fat dairy, less added sugar, less whole grains part of the USDA's new recommendations. Local dietician ...

The 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans prioritize protein and recommend reducing the intake of added sugars and ultra ...

Elizabeth Cooney is a cardiovascular disease reporter at STAT, covering heart, stroke, and metabolic conditions. You can reach Liz on Signal at LizC.22. Isabella Cueto covers the leading causes of ...

Studies show that ultra-processed meats and foods are associated with a higher risk of type 2 diabetes. Swapping ...

The preservatives that keep processed foods fresh may also be quietly increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes.

Sugar is the biggest problem in our nation’s diet. And it is in everything. Today, 74% of packaged food has added sugar.