Tag: Food rating system

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What is the health star rating?

Jan 14, 2026 •

3 min read

Launched in Australia and New Zealand in 2014, the Health Star Rating (HSR) is a voluntary front-of-pack labeling system that rates the overall nutritional profile of packaged foods from ½ to 5 stars. The HSR provides a quick and easy way for consumers to compare similar packaged foods and make healthier choices.

What Foods Are 5 Star Health Rating? A Guide to Top-Rated Foods

Oct 27, 2025 •

4 min read

In Australia and New Zealand, fresh fruits and vegetables are automatically assigned a 5-star health rating. This guide explains what foods are 5 star health rating and how to find them using the official labeling system on packaged products.