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Rating the Diets Based on USDA 2005 Dietary Guidelines and WHO Recommendations

Recently, four of the world’s leading health organizations outlined the optimal diet for controlling weight and reducing the risk of major chronic diseases like heart disease, hypertension, and diabetes. Drawing on the latest scientific research, expert committees formed by the World Health Organization (WHO), the Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, and the United States Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services determined that the healthiest, most effective diet for fighting the obesity epidemic and building long-term health is a diet that is:



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Very high in natural, fiber-rich carbohydrates like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and beans;
Low in fat and cholesterol, and very low in saturated fats and trans fatty acids;
Low in sodium;
Low in calorie-dense foods, such as refined grains, oils, and fat- and sugar-rich foods; and
Moderate in lean protein.

The expert panels also recommended exercise, optimally 60 minutes daily. The chart below shows how various diet plans meet these criteria. The healthiest, most effective diets are those with the most heart symbols.

The recommendations of the expert committee appointed by the U.S. Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services served as the basis of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2005.

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