By Jamie Martin
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) have released the Scientific Report of the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee.
Available at DietaryGuidelines.gov, the report provides evidence-based recommendations to guide the development of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030.
HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra emphasized the report's importance, stating, “This report will help to ensure that the next edition of the Dietary Guidelines is based on current scientific evidence and medical knowledge, and that future guidelines factors in socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, and culture.”
The Committee's recommendations reflect a comprehensive review of dietary needs across all demographics, focusing on health equity.
This effort includes a 60-day public comment period and a public meeting scheduled for January 16, 2025, to discuss the findings. The report's release marks a significant step in the multi-year process to update national dietary guidelines.
With this publication, HHS and USDA seek to incorporate public input and ensure the guidelines reflect the latest scientific insights and promote health across the nation's diverse populations.
For further details and to provide comments, visit DietaryGuidelines.gov.
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