Personal Health
They are issued jointly by the USDA and HHS and are informed by a federal scientific advisory committee that reviews evidence and solicits public comment.
They are updated every 5 years to reflect current nutrition science and to guide federal nutrition programs, policy, and public health initiatives.
They are intended primarily to provide individualized therapeutic diets for patients with specific medical conditions and to replace clinical medical nutrition therapy.
They synthesize evidence from randomized trials, cohort studies, and other relevant research to make population-level recommendations on dietary patterns, nutrients to limit, and strategies to promote healthy eating.
