The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced significant changes to school meal nutrition standards, including the first-time limitation on added sugars. Starting fall 2025, sugar content in school meals will be gradually reduced, and by fall 2027, the regulations will be fully implemented. The new rules also require a modest reduction in sodium content by fall 2027.
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced new nutrition standards for school meals that will limit added sugars and sodium. The rule, which goes into effect in the 2025-2026 school year, aims to improve nutrition and align with U.S. dietary guidelines. The changes include reducing added sugars to no more than 10% of total calories per week and trimming sodium levels in breakfasts by 10% and in lunches by 15%. Flavored milks will still be allowed with less sugar.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced new nutrition standards for school meals that limit added sugars, trim sodium, and continue to allow flavored milks with reduced sugar. These changes aim to align with U.S. dietary guidelines and enhance the nutritional value of school meals provided to millions of students daily.
