Dietary Guidelines for Americans

calculate nutrient density:

% DRI of nutrient in food serving/ % daily calories in food serving

list the 5 nutrients that should be reduced per the DGA and the negative consequences of overconsumption of each

1. Saturated Fatty Acids 2. Trans Fatty Acids 3. Cholesterol LOOK AT NOTES

list the 10 "shifts" recommended

1. consume more vegetables 2. consume more fruits 3. make half of all grains consumed to be whole grain 4. increase more dairy products in nutrient-dense forms 5. shift from solid fats to oils 6. reduce added sugars consumption to less than 10% of calories per day 7. reduce saturated fats intake to less than 10% of calories per day 8. Reduce saturated fats intake to less than 10% of calories per day 9. food choices to reduce sodium intake 10. Eating more vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and dairy to increase intake of nutrients of public health concern

name the five dietary guidelines

1. follow a healthy eating pattern across the lifespan 2. focus on variety, nutrient density, and amount 3. limit calories from added sugars and saturated fats and reduce sodium intake 4. shift to healthier food and beverage choices 5. support healthy eating patterns for all

define nutrient density

1. measurement of nutrients provided by a food versus calories

how often are the DGA released.

every five years

who is on the committee

food/nutrition experts appointed to dietary guidelines advisory committee (DGAC) 1. public nominations 2. non-federal employees

Describe the process by which the dietary guidelines for Americans (DGA) are developed

joint effort by USDA and USDHHS