New USDA Guidelines and the Obesity Epidemic

The New USDA 2010 Dietary Guidelines and the Obesity Epidemic

On February 10, 2011, the USDA released the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The latest guidelines do not have any major changes in the way the USDA thinks people should eat. Some adjustments were made, mainly emphasis on eating less added sugar, sodium, cholesterol, saturated fat, and trans fat, and to eat more whole grains, fruits and vegetables, lean protein, and healthy fats. ...continue reading