What are the Dietary Guidelines, and why do they matter?

The Dietary Guidelines form the backbone of nutrition recommendations in the United States. But not many people know what they are. We’ve got you covered.

Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' and public health: What to know

With new limits on food assistance, work requirements for SNAP and Medicaid, as well as substantial cuts to Medicaid itself, millions of Americans will suffer due to this bill. Here's what to know.

Oklahoma's Tribal Nations step up to combat childhood hunger

Oklahoma declined Summer EBT funding, leaving 1 in 4 of the state's kids food insecure. Here's how Tribal Nations and Hunger Free Oklahoma are filling the gap.

CSPI supports Sen. Stabenow’s proposed Farm Bill

Supported legislation to promote nutrition security through the 2024 Farm Bill

Organizational letter to oppose FY25 child nutrition riders

As work on the Fiscal Year 2025 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies spending bill continues, the undersigned organizations respectfully urge the House and Senate Committees on Appropriations to oppose any policy riders or report language blocking implementation of stronger nutrition standards for the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs and the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children. View the resource below to continue reading.

WIC is changing in 2024. Here's what to expect

The USDA's WIC program supports more than 6 million women, children, and infants. A new rule will give participants healthier food options as of June 2024.