Eggs added to FDA’s updated healthy claim food list
Eggs are now officially recognized as a healthy food choice under new guidance recently released by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
The FDA has included eggs in its updated definition of healthy claims, which it states reflects current nutrition science and dietary guidance.
According to the new definition, eggs meet the FDA’s healthy classification, which requires foods to contain a minimum number of individual nutrients. Current dietary recommendations encourage Americans to adopt healthy eating patterns that incorporate a variety of vegetables, fruits, dairy, proteins, and whole grains. This update positions eggs as a clear healthy choice, overturning previous misconceptions rooted in outdated science. Historically, eggs were viewed as high in cholesterol and a potential health risk for Americans. However, recent research conducted by the FDA indicates that the cholesterol levels in eggs do not negatively impact the body’s cholesterol levels as previously thought.
