What changed in the new Dietary Guidelines & why it matters

In the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, USDA and HHS rejected many science-based recommendations and emphasized animal protein, butter, and full-fat dairy.

Healthy EatingJanuary 20, 2026Grace Chamberlin, MPH

The best dairy and plant-based yogurt: 10 things to know

The healthiest yogurt has little or no added sugar, is lowfat or nonfat, and is free of any risky artificial sweeteners or food dyes. Here’s our list.

Healthy EatingJanuary 16, 2026Lindsay Moyer, MS, RDN, Marlena Koch

Response from FDA to Safe Food Coalition letter RE: ByHeart infant formula outbreak

"Thank you for your December 8, 2025, letter regarding infant formula safety in light of the ongoing Clostridium botulinum outbreak linked to ByHeart infant formula. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or “We”) share your commitment to protecting our nation's most vulnerable consumers and appreciate your recommendations for strengthening FDA’s inspection and regulatory oversight of infant formula. Ensuring that the infant formula supply is safe and wholesome for children and their families who rely upon these products is a top priority for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and FDA. Operation Stork Speed, announced in March 2025, reaffirms our commitment to ensuring the ongoing quality, safety, nutritional adequacy, and resilience of the domestic infant formula supply." View the resource below to keep reading.

Food Safety

The Farm Bill: An opportunity to strengthen nutrition equity

The Farm Bill offers an opportunity to reimagine how nutrition and food policies can deliver a stronger, healthier, more just food system for everyone.

AdvocacyJanuary 14, 2026Cassie Harrison-Ramos, PhD

A snapshot of the latest research on diet, exercise, and more

Can lifestyle changes reduce metabolic syndrome? Can fish oil help dialysis patients? Can a Mediterranean diet reduce IBS symptoms? We look at those new studies, plus others on caffeine, Alzheimer's, cancer, and more.

Healthy EatingJanuary 14, 2026Bonnie Liebman, MS

Saucy Chickpeas & Quinoa

I love how the color of red quinoa pops in this bowl, but white or tri-color quinoa tastes just as good. You can also substitute any leftover cooked grain you have on hand, like bulgur, farro, or wheat berries.

January 14, 2026Kate Sherwood

Crispy Tempeh & Broccoli with Savory Tahini

I crave this sauce’s umami-rich combo of soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, toasted sesame oil, and tahini. If you don’t have tahini at home, you can use any nut butter.

January 14, 2026Kate Sherwood

Tofu & Veggies in Miso Broth

To turn this dish into a light meal, add a handful of shelled edamame to the broth with the tofu and bok choy. You can also add cooked soba noodles or brown rice.

January 14, 2026Kate Sherwood

Peter’s Memo: Keeping babies and kids healthy

The Trump administration promises to make our children healthy again. But here are two worrying stories we’re tracking that threaten the health of babies and children.

Government AccountabilityJanuary 14, 2026Peter Lurie, MD, MPH

Recalls to watch: Infant formula, lead in cookware, and more

Lead, Listeria, Salmonella, precautionary radioactive shrimp notices, and more. See the latest food and supplement recalls and food safety tips.

Food SafetyJanuary 14, 2026M.M. Bailey