The agency considers its plan to potentially be "one of the most important public health initiatives in a generation."

FDA deputy commissioner of human foods James Jones provided details at IFT FIRST.

In many instances with formulations, sodium reduction requires a systems approach.

A two-phase approach in the years ahead will address lowering added sugars levels.

FMI's alternative food and beverages report revealed shoppers say plant-based products must taste good, or taste is an important factor.

The plan aims to end hunger in America and increase healthy eating and physical activity by 2030.

The IDFA thinks the FDA's newly proposed rule would restrict or limit dairy foods.

Rule would require meaningful amounts of food from one of the food groups or subgroups.

Agency hoping to reduce average sodium intake from 3,400 mg per day to 3,000 mg.