Eat Real Food – Introducing the New Pyramid
4 months ago
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- #dietary-guidelines
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- Better health starts with real, whole, nutrient-dense foods.
- 50% of Americans have prediabetes or diabetes, and 75% have at least one chronic condition.
- 90% of U.S. healthcare spending goes to treating diet-related chronic diseases.
- The new Dietary Guidelines emphasize ending highly-processed foods and prioritizing real food.
- Protein intake should be 1.2–1.6 grams per kilogram of body weight daily, from diverse sources.
- Eat 3 servings of vegetables and 2 servings of fruits daily, focusing on variety and minimal processing.
- Whole grains are encouraged (2–4 servings/day), while refined carbohydrates should be reduced.
- Rebuilding a food culture based on health, science, transparency, and personal responsibility.