Dietary Guidelines for Americans

Optimal Daily Dairy Consumption Remains Elusive Despite Well-Established Health Benefits

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목요일, 5월 16, 2024
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In addition, most consumers can identify the health benefits of consuming dairy products.

Key Points: 
  • In addition, most consumers can identify the health benefits of consuming dairy products.
  • The most recognized benefits are bone health (90%) and dental health (79%).
  • Lesser-known health benefits include the promotion of a healthy immune system (65%), heart health (54%), and maintaining healthy blood pressure (51%).
  • “While dairy is a chronically under-consumed food group among many Americans, BIPOC and SNAP-eligible households may benefit most from hearing more about the health benefits associated with consistent dairy consumption.

Survey Finds 49% of Americans Resolve to Eat More Protein in 2024

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월요일, 3월 4, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This March marks the 44th year that Americans will observe National Nutrition Month®, a campaign from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics focusing on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits.

Key Points: 
  • This year, almost half of U.S. adults—49%—are resolving to eat more protein, per survey findings from a December 2023 consumer poll conducted by Harris Poll and 1440 Foods.
  • Yet, according to award-winning registered dietitian Toby Amidor, most American adults already consume enough daily protein—they're just doing it wrong.
  • According to Amidor, an advisor and partner to lifestyle nutrition line Pure Protein , most adults should aim for about 20-30 grams of protein per sitting to maximize protein synthesis and choose snacks that provide around 10-15 grams of protein to help curb hunger and meet their daily nutritional goals.
  • To view the full portfolio of Pure Protein powders, bars, shakes, and snacks, visit www.pureprotein.com or follow Pure Protein on Instagram at @officialpureprotein for recipes and tips.

Danone North America Announces the FDA's Decision on Their Petition for the First-Ever Qualified Health Claim for Yogurt, Linking This Dairy Aisle Staple to a Reduced Risk of Type 2 Diabetes

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금요일, 3월 1, 2024
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WHITE PLAINS, N.Y.  and BROOMFIELD, Colo., March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to a petition submitted by food and beverage leader Danone North America, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today announced the first-ever qualified health claim for yogurt, recognizing a potential link between its regular consumption and a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes, and giving consumers another compelling reason to shop the yogurt aisle.

Key Points: 
  • The new claim in its entirety states, "Eating yogurt regularly, at least 2 cups (3 servings) per week, may reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes according to limited scientific evidence."
  • "That's why we decided to submit a petition for this first-of-its-kind qualified health claim.
  • "That makes it easy to incorporate into your daily routine in a way that suits your unique needs and preferences.
  • Danone North America has provided generations of Americans with a wide variety of yogurts since it was founded in 1942.

Affordability and Gut Health Predicted as Leading Food Purchase Drivers in 2024

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목요일, 2월 15, 2024
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NEW YORK, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In the ever-evolving food and nutrition space, affordability and gut health are positioned to take center stage as leading drivers of consumer purchasing decisions in 2024. These insights come from the annual Today's Dietitian and Pollock Communications "What's Trending in Nutrition" survey of 564 Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs), offering a glimpse into the shifting landscape of what we eat and why as consumers increasingly prioritize both their well-being and their wallets.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In the ever-evolving food and nutrition space, affordability and gut health are positioned to take center stage as leading drivers of consumer purchasing decisions in 2024.
  • Call It a Gut Feeling: Gut Health Climbs the List While Affordability & Convenience Maintain Top Spots as Consumer Purchase Drivers
    As consumers navigate recent increases in grocery prices, RDNs predict that affordability will be an important driver of consumer purchases.
  • Research into the benefits of a healthy microbiome, from mood to weight management has sparked interest in foods that support gut health.
  • The COVID-19 pandemic demonstrated a need to regularly protect immune health, and consumers continue to shop for foods that support immunity.

MyPlate National Strategic Partners Come Together to Launch New Resource to Help Americans Build a Better Sandwich

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수요일, 1월 10, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As MyPlate National Strategic Partners, the Grain Foods Foundation, Hass Avocado Board, National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Foundation and National Wheat Foundation are excited to introduce a new resource aimed at helping individuals build healthier and more nutritious sandwiches.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As MyPlate National Strategic Partners, the Grain Foods Foundation, Hass Avocado Board, National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Foundation and National Wheat Foundation are excited to introduce a new resource aimed at helping individuals build healthier and more nutritious sandwiches.
  • "Consumers need convenient, affordable, nutrient-rich solutions for feeding themselves and their families," said Grain Foods Foundation Executive Director Erin Ball.
  • "We know many Americans enjoy sandwiches every day – making them one way to help empower people to make healthy choices that align with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA)."
  • To download the "Build a Better Sandwich" resource and other materials created by MyPlate National Strategic Partners, please visit https://www.myplate.gov/partner-resources .

What Do Dietitians Really Think about Sustainability? Food + Planet and Today's Dietitian Release Results of 2023 Sustainability and Food Insights Survey

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수요일, 11월 8, 2023
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OJAI, Calif., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Food + Planet released its 2023 Sustainability and Food Insights Survey today in collaboration with Today's Dietitian, revealing first-of-its-kind findings regarding dietitians beliefs, practices, and barriers around incorporating sustainability into their practice.

Key Points: 
  • OJAI, Calif., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Food + Planet released its 2023 Sustainability and Food Insights Survey today in collaboration with Today's Dietitian, revealing first-of-its-kind findings regarding dietitians beliefs, practices, and barriers around incorporating sustainability into their practice.
  • The survey also uncovered that sociocultural and planetary health aspects of sustainability ranked as top areas of opportunity for dietitians to deepen their knowledge.
  • There is disparity among RDs beliefs on sustainable diet practices compared to evidence-based global food based dietary guidelines that incorporate sustainability.
  • This survey was conducted by Food + Planet in collaboration with Today's Dietitian and Johns Hopkins Center for a Livable Future.

Beef Checkoff Funds Nutrition and Health Research to Connect with New Consumer Audiences

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금요일, 8월 18, 2023
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DENVER, Aug. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Beef Checkoff's principal goal is to successfully drive demand for beef. To accomplish that goal, the program must engage with a broad range of consumers. Now, the Checkoff is expanding its efforts and working to reach different consumer audience segments.

Key Points: 
  • To accomplish that goal, the program is expanding its efforts and using health and nutrition research to reach new consumer audiences.
  • DENVER, Aug. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Beef Checkoff's principal goal is to successfully drive demand for beef.
  • "The Beef Checkoff's nutrition and health research is not only driving more demand for beef – it's also giving parents and health professionals the resources they need to help infants, toddlers and adolescents build healthy, strong minds and bodies."
  • "Now, as a co-chair of the Beef Checkoff's Nutrition and Health Committee, I'm applying my interest in healthy eating to help drive beef demand.

IDFA Announces ‘Healthy School Milk Commitment’ to Provide Nutritious Milk with Less Added Sugar for Students in Public Schools, Surpassing USDA Standards

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수요일, 4월 5, 2023
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The Healthy School Milk Commitment combines dairy’s passion for product innovation with a long-standing promise to provide healthy, nutritious dairy options to schoolkids everywhere.

Key Points: 
  • The Healthy School Milk Commitment combines dairy’s passion for product innovation with a long-standing promise to provide healthy, nutritious dairy options to schoolkids everywhere.
  • Among milk options available in schools, low-fat flavored milk is the most-consumed beverage for students regardless of grade.
  • The Healthy School Milk Commitment affirms that promise and assures parents and students that healthy milk options with less added sugar will remain on school meal menus for years to come.
  • To read more about the Healthy School Milk Commitment and to see a full list of the school milk processors who have signed the Commitment, visit www.healthyschoolmilk.org .

Food Industry Announces Significant Progress Toward Achieving Hunger and Nutrition Goals

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금요일, 3월 24, 2023
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In conjunction with today’s “ White House Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthy Communities Kickoff ” event, FMI – The Food Industry Association is pleased to highlight the industry’s commitments and efforts underway in addressing hunger and improving nutrition and health spurred by the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health convened in September 2022.

Key Points: 
  • In conjunction with today’s “ White House Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthy Communities Kickoff ” event, FMI – The Food Industry Association is pleased to highlight the industry’s commitments and efforts underway in addressing hunger and improving nutrition and health spurred by the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health convened in September 2022.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230324005237/en/
    FMI - The Food Industry Association and our member companies have committed to donating two billion meals in 2023 to combat hunger in the United States.
  • Nearly six months after the White House Conference, FMI members have expanded their food donation efforts and health and well-being programs.
  • Grocery stores serve as accessible, convenient, community-based destinations for feeding assistance, preventive care, nutrition guidance, and nourishing, practical meal solutions.

Healio releases special report on nutrition

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목요일, 3월 2, 2023
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Thorofare, NJ, March 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Thorofare, NJ – Healio announced today the release of a new resource for clinicians having discussions with patients about healthy diet options.

Key Points: 
  • Thorofare, NJ, March 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Thorofare, NJ – Healio announced today the release of a new resource for clinicians having discussions with patients about healthy diet options.
  • Food is Medicine: A Healio Guide to Diets provides clinicians with easy access to information about several popular diets and evidence supporting their potential health benefits, all in one place.
  • “This special report was created with the busy clinician in mind, to make it easier to discuss nutrition with their patients and share in the decisions that are right for them,” said John Schoen, an editorial director at Healio.
  • “We're really excited to share this resource with our readers.”
    The special report provides insight into:
    Recommendations from the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025