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Dietary guidelines stress calorie control
On January 12, the federal government anounced the release of the revised Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the federal government’s science-based advice to promote health and reduce risk of chronic diseases through nutrition and physical activity. This sixth edition places stronger emphasis on reducing calorie consumption and increasing physical activity. This joint project of the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services and U.S. Dept. of Agriculture is t…