The Guidelines set out dietary advice with 5 overarching recommendations:
1: Follow a healthy eating pattern across the lifespan.
2: Focus on variety, nutrient density, and amount.
3: Limit calories from added sugars and saturated fats and reduce sodium intake.
4: Shift to healthier food and beverage choices.
5: Support healthy eating patterns for all.
However, the new guidelines attracted some criticism from health campaigners.
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