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Parsing which foods are healthy and which are less so isn't always straightforward – a new rating system aims to demystify the process

  • Written by Dariush Mozaffarian, Dean of Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy, Tufts University
Parsing which foods are healthy and which are less so isn't always straightforward – a new rating system aims to demystify the processThe new system generally gives higher scores to fruits, vegetables and minimally processed foods.RapidEye/iStock via Getty Images Plus

Many people aim to start the year off with healthier food choices. But how do you choose between seemingly similar foods, snacks or beverages? How does a bagel with cream cheese compare to toast topped with avocado,...

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