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Snack Bars Out, Salmon In: US Revamps 'Healthy' Food Labels

People shop for fresh produce and food at a farmer's market on June 29, 2021, in Homewood, Alabama (Credit: AFP)

The United States has redefined what qualifies as "healthy" food for the first time in 30 years, striking items like white bread from the list while welcoming nutrient-rich options such as eggs and salmon, officials said Thursday.

The move comes against the backdrop of a growing domestic crisis of preventable, diet-related chronic diseases, which experts warn demand immediate action.

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