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Restaurants & the MAHA Movement
Mar 11, 2025
The Trump Administration’s Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement, led by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., is exploring food policy changes that could impact restaurants nationwide. With a focus on improving public health, MAHA aims to increase transparency in the food supply, promote “better for you” ingredients, and scrutinize the use of artificial additives and colorings.
Potential Policy Changes Affecting Restaurants
Experts anticipate updates to the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA), which could bring new recommendations on ultra-processed foods, sodium, and sugar. These shifts may challenge restaurant operators to adapt menus, reformulate recipes, and collaborate with suppliers to meet evolving consumer expectations and regulatory requirements.
Industry Response & Next Steps
The National Restaurant Association is actively engaging with policymakers to ensure that any proposed regulations are evidence-based and practical for restaurant operators. The LRA encourages restaurants to stay informed, review content as it unfolds, and ask questions.
As discussions continue, the restaurant industry must remain agile in navigating potential food policy shifts. The National Restaurant Association will provide updates and resources to help operators prepare for new regulatory landscapes while continuing to meet customers' nutritional preferences.
For more updates on food policy and its impact on the restaurant industry, visit www.lra.org.