Dietary Guidelines for Americans
What is the acceptable level
of sodium intake for most Americans today? What is the
maximum level of daily dietary cholesterol for the average
adult?
The
Dietary Guidelines for
Americans serves as the cornerstone for all public
policy regarding food and nutrition. First published in 1980
and updated every 5 years, the 2010 Guidelines were just
released on January 31, 2011, with recommendations for humans
two years old or older. This collection of recommendations
establishes the scientific basis for all federal nutrition
programs, including research, education, nutrition
assistance, labeling and nutrition promotion.
The 2010 update focuses on
obesity prevention. With more than 1/3 of children and 2/3
of adults either overweight or obese, the
overarching message is clear: Americans can achieve overall
health with a lifestyle that focuses on consuming fewer
calories, making informed food choices and being physically
active. The committee released 23 specific
key recommendations for the general population and 6
for specific population groups.
Dietary Guidelines for
Americans give FDA and USDA a framework for developing
food label regulations. Companies that wish to include
optional Dietary Guidance Statements on their food labels
must make certain that they do not conflict with Dietary
Guidelines for Americans in any way.
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What is the
current DV for sodium (2,400 mg) based
on?
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