Are you curious about what is inside the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025? The Dietary Guidelines provides comprehensive nutrition recommendations based on current findings to promote health for the U.S. population. The new guidelines continue to stress the importance of adopting a healthy dietary pattern based on culture and personal preferences.

Make Nutrient-Dense Choices:

Choosing nutrient-dense foods and beverages can be beneficial for your health. Nutrient-dense foods are rich in vitamins, minerals, healthy fats and fibers relative to calories. Examples of nutrient-dense foods include whole grains, leafy greens, fresh fruits, legumes, nuts and low-dairy products. 

According to the Dietary Guidelines, here are some realistic ways to eat more nutrient-dense foods.

Healthy Eating Pattern with Personal Choices: 

When forming a healthy eating pattern, build your plate to meet your personal or family 

preferences. Following the Dietary Guidelines, you can customize your food choices based on your cultural background but still make it healthy. Using spices and herbs to replace sugar and sodium is an interesting way to enjoy nutrient-dense foods that reflect your cultures.

What ideas do you have to incorporate more nutrient-dense foods into your diet? Share with us by commenting below!

Author: Jing Feng