Health Jan 19 Why nutrition experts are wary of new federal dietary guidelines that advise doubling protein By JoNel Aleccia, Associated Press
Health Jan 07 Watch 6:07 Why experts are divided over the new federal dietary guidelines The Trump administration released new dietary guidelines that will shape everything from school lunches to medical advice. The guidance puts a bigger emphasis on eating more protein and dairy, something Health Secretary Kennedy has long sought. William Brangham discussed the… By William Brangham, Karina Cuevas, Unda Dittaboot
Health Jan 07 Here's what's in new dietary guidelines from the Trump administration The new recommendations drew praise from some prominent nutrition experts. By JoNel Aleccia, Associated Press
Politics Apr 01 WATCH: Senate hearing examines whether to allow schools to serve whole milk Federal lawmakers have revived bills that would allow whole and 2% milk to be served again in schools, in addition to the skim and low-fat milk mandated since 2012. A U.S. Senate committee hosted a hearing Tuesday on a bill… By JoNel Aleccia, Associated Press
Health Jan 07 New dietary guidelines come down hard on added sugars WASHINGTON — Some Americans may not have to cut back on eggs and salt as much as they once thought and eating lean meat is still OK. But watch the added sugars, especially the sugary drinks. By Mary Clare Jalonick, Associated Press
Feb 20 New diet guidelines: Drop the sugary drinks; coffee and eggs are OK By Mary Clare Jalonick, Associated Press WASHINGTON — An extra cup or two of coffee may be OK after all. More eggs, too. But you definitely need to drink less sugary soda. And, as always, don't forget your vegetables. Recommendations Thursday from a government advisory committee… Continue reading
Feb 11 Death of the bake sale: New rules mean healthier fundraisers By Mary Clare Jalonick, Associated Press WASHINGTON — When it comes to school fundraisers, bake sale tables loaded with sugary goodies are out. Fun runs, auctions and sales of healthier treats are in. Continue reading
Jan 08 Twitter chat: Is sustainability part of a balanced diet? By Nora Daly Some of the nation’s top nutrition experts may be urging Americans to consider more than calories when making their dietary resolutions for 2015 and beyond. Continue reading
Jan 08 5 things to know about upcoming U.S. dietary guidelines By Mary Clare Jalonick, Associated Press You've heard it before: Eat fewer calories, more fruits and more vegetables. Those recurring themes as well as some new advice about sugar, salt, meat and caffeine could be part of the government's upcoming dietary guidelines for healthy eating. Continue reading