Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 Released

Since the theme of this month’s blog is working and eating healthy, the release of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 is timely. Because Americans are faced with an epidemic of overweight and obesity due to poor diet and inactivity, this time around the Guidelines focus on three succinct messages:

1. Balancing Calories

• Enjoy your food, but eat less.
• Avoid oversized portions.

2. Foods to Increase

• Make half your plate fruits and vegetables.
• Switch to fat-free or low-fat (1%) milk.

3. Foods to Reduce

• Compare sodium in foods like soup, bread, and frozen meals – and choose the foods with lower numbers.
• Drink water instead of sugary drinks.
  

For more information on the Dietary Guidelines 2010, link to http://www.cnpp.usda.gov/DGAs2010-PolicyDocument.htm.