A new, joint editorial supported by seven leading national organizations urges school nutrition organizations, child nutrition advocates and health organizations to support "nutrient density" as the cornerstone of meal planning and dietary recommendations. It highlights the need for Americans of all ages to build more healthful diets with nutrient-rich foods, including low-fat and fat-free milk, cheese and yogurt, and help to reduce the risk of obesity and chronic disease beginning in childhood.
In the editorial, the American Academy of Pediatrics, American Academy of Family Physicians, American Dietetic Association, National Hispanic Medical Association, National Medical Association, School Nutrition Association and Action for Healthy Kids lend support to using the nutrient-rich foods approach to meal planning and teaching, which emphasizes the total nutrient package of a food or beverage, as a way to build and enjoy a healthier diet by getting the most nutrition for their calories. Read the editorial.
