New U.S. Guidelines More Veggies Fish Whole Grains
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New U.S. Dietary Guidelines: Emphasizing Veggies, Fish, and Whole Grains
The introduction of the new U.S. dietary guidelines places a spotlight on fresh produce, fish, and whole grains. These recommendations are seen as a significant step towards addressing obesity and related health issues like cancer, heart disease, and diabetes.
Research from the National Weight Control Registry, which tracks over 4,000 individuals who have successfully maintained a weight loss of at least 30 pounds for over a year, suggests that the key to long-term success lies in a low-fat, complex-carbohydrate diet abundant in fruits and vegetables.
Decades of scientific studies have highlighted the diverse benefits of vitamins, minerals, fiber, and phytochemicals found in these foods. The National Cancer Institute endorses the diet by stating, "Diets rich in fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of some types of cancer and other chronic diseases."
Reflecting this evidence, the committee is likely to increase its current recommendation from five to nine servings of fruits and vegetables per day to thirteen. Although this may seem like a lot, it becomes more manageable when considering serving sizes: a half cup of spinach, two apricots, a slice of avocado, a carrot, or 3/4 cup of pineapple.
The new guidelines not only promote the consumption of certain foods like fish, produce, and whole grains but also advise reducing intake of others. In particular, Americans are urged to cut back on saturated and trans fats, added sugars, and salt.
Potential reactions to these guidelines will vary. Producers of refined carbohydrates?"like white bread, cookies, and sugary cereals?"might view these changes unfavorably. Likewise, makers of low-carb products may feel challenged by the panel's dismissal of the glycemic index as an effective weight-loss tool. However, the guidelines should benefit fruit and vegetable producers and fisheries.
David H. Murdock, chairman and owner of Dole Food Company, the largest producer and marketer of fruits and vegetables, expressed his approval, stating, "I'm glad the federal government has finally caught up to what I've been advocating for years: Stick to a natural diet of whole foods like fruits and vegetables, and nature will reward you with long-lasting health."
Jennifer Grossman is the director of the Dole Nutrition Institute.
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