Overview

• The FDA's proposed front-of-package (FOP) nutrition labels aim to clearly display levels of saturated fat, sodium, and added sugars, categorized as 'Low,' 'Med,' or 'High.'
• The initiative is part of a broader government strategy to combat chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer, which affect nearly 60% of Americans.
• The proposal follows extensive research, including a 2023 study involving 10,000 U.S. adults, which found a black-and-white label design with percent Daily Value to be the most effective.
• Manufacturers with $10 million or more in annual food sales would have three years to comply after the rule's finalization, while smaller businesses would have four years.
• FDA officials and experts believe the labels could encourage healthier consumer choices and potentially prompt food manufacturers to reformulate products to meet improved nutritional standards.