The Pros and Cons of Personalized Nutrition

Since 1980, the U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans has been recommending the consumption of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, dairy, and a variety of protein foods (including eggs, seafood, and lean meats) in appropriate amounts to create a healthy eating pattern. When followed precisely, these recommendations are supposed to help U.S. consumers achieve and maintain a healthy body weight, support nutrient adequacy, and reduce the risk of chronic disease. However, in the 38 years since the gui…