Chapter

Understanding the Bigger Picture of Dietary Guidelines

From Human Nutrition by Human Nutrition

Concepts

1. Dietary History

   "The first US dietary recommendations were set by the National Academy of Sciences in 1941. The recommended dietary allowances (RDA) were first established out of concern that America’s overseas World

2. Global Requirements

   "The Department of Nutrition for Health and Development, in collaboration with FAO, continually reviews new research and information from around the world on human nutrient requirements and recommende

3. Healthy Patterns

   "Major Themes of the 2015 Dietary Guidelines\n\nConsume a healthy eating pattern that accounts for all foods and beverages within an appropriate calorie level. A healthy eating pattern includes 2:\n\n

4. Food Choices

   "High consumptions of certain foods, such as those high in saturated or trans fat, sodium, added sugars, and refined grains may contribute to the increased incidence of chronic disease. Additionally,