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March is the Month of Nutrition
According to the 2030-2050 dietary guidelines, Americans are encouraged to prioritize diets built on whole, nutrient-dense foods: protein, dairy, vegetables, fruits, healthy fats, and whole grains. Paired with a dramatic reduction in highly processed foods laden with refined carbohydrates, added sugars, excess sodium, unhealthy fats, and chemical additives. These dietary combinations will differ for different populations for improved health outcomes and overall well-being.
This approach will have a positive impact on the health trajectory for so many Americans.
Currently, the United States population is experiencing a health emergency where about 90% of health care spending goes to treating people who have chronic diseases and obesity.
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations and the World Health Organization (WHO), in a joint statement, emphasized the formulated principles of what constitutes healthy diets, underpinned by guidelines and other normative elements developed by the two Organizations. The principles provide the basis for the design of policies aimed at improving diet and for the assessment of the healthiness of diets.
To learn more, visit the following websites:
https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240101876
https://cdn.realfood.gov/DGA.pdf