The New U.S. Dietary Guidelines' Stand on Added Sugar
Psychology Today | 09.02.2026 22:01
For years, sugar has been quietly overlooked within the U.S. federal nutrition guidelines. While fat and carbohydrates have had their time in the spotlight in previous guidelines, sugar itself has often been viewed as a small indulgence instead of a true health concern. Recent changes to the federal nutrition guidelines suggest that the hands-off approach with sugar may finally be coming to an end.
