U.S. Food Panel Urges More Whole Grains, More Exercise - DUH!

[Q.]

At least they are talking about finally updating the food pyramid!

U.S. Food Panel Urges More Whole Grains, More Exercise

More whole grains and more exercise for Americans are among the final recommendations issued Friday by an expert panel of scientists and doctors providing advice for the five-year update of the federal Food Pyramid.

The panel said that Americans should eat at least three one-ounce servings daily of whole grains in place of refined grains, or white bread, the Associated Press reported. Eating more whole grains helps people get more fiber, which has been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes.

Increased exercise was another important recommendation. The panel said that in order to prevent weight gain, many people should do up to 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity each day.

These and other recommendations have to be approved by federal officials before they can be issued. An updated version of the food pyramid is expected to be released early next year.

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[OldGuy]

It took 5 years to figure that out? And it still has to be approved by "federal officials".

Nice use of tax dollars.

[BamaDave]

I read last night in US News and World Report that studies have now shown that consuming sodas and sugary juices can contribute to obesity and diabetes.

No shit Sherlock! I wish I could get funded to do studies like this.