Chapter 2 Part 2 - The Dietary Guidelines for Americans

dietary guidelines

federal nutrition guidelines developed by US department of agriculture and health and human services

revised and republished every 5 years

2020-2025 guideline principles

follow a healthy dietary pattern

customize and enjoy nutrient dense foods to reflect needs

meeting food groups within calorie limits

limiting foods ad beverages high in added sugar, saturated fat, and sodium

added sugars intake should be limited to

less than 10% of calories per day. avoid completely in toddlers and infants

saturated fat intake should be limited to

less than 10% of calories per day

sodium intake should be limited to

less than 2300 mg a day. associated with high blood pressure

alcohol intake should be limited to

1-2 drinks per day for men, and 1 drink or under per day for women

eating patterns or dietary patterns

combination of foods and beverages that make up an individuals intake over time. promotes overall health

examples of health eating patterns

USDA food patterns, DASH eating plan, USDA vegetarian adaptations, mediterranean eating pattern

DASH eating plan

diet aimed at stopping hypertension

USDA vegetarian adaptations

lacto ovo - dairy but no meat

vegan - no meat nor eggs

mediterranean eating pattern

easy to follow and reduces incidents of CVD

2025-2030 guidelines aim to be

more culturally inclusive

summary of 2025-2030 guidelines

more protein, fruits and vegetables and less grains. can be contradictory because it suggests high saturated foods

physical activity guidelines

developed by department of health and human services; recommendation for adults says 150-300 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity to achieve health benefits