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The Department of Agriculture (USDA) has withdrawn its plan to restrict flavored milk sales in schools, opting instead to enforce a limit on added sugars starting in 2025. The proposal to ban flavored milk due to its high sugar content was met with resistance from industry groups and parents. In response, the International Dairy Foods Association pledged to reduce added sugar in flavored milk to 10 grams per 8-ounce serving by 2025. USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack attributed the policy shift to the industry’s voluntary commitments.

A recent investigation has revealed that Nestlé, the global food and beverage giant, adds sugar to its baby food products in low- and middle-income countries, despite recommendations from health organizations against it. In high-income countries, Nestlé’s baby foods do not contain added sugars. This double standard has raised concerns among experts, who argue that adding sugar to baby foods can lead to children developing a preference for sugary diets and unhealthy eating habits.