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When did the USDA first publish their dietary recommendations?

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The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued its first dietary recommendations in 1894, featuring a bulletin by W.O. Atwater. These early suggestions focused on the fundamental composition of food, emphasizing protein, fat, carbohydrates, and mineral matter. This marked the beginning of a long history of federal food guidance aimed at influencing public health.

Revealed: In What Year Were the First Dietary Recommendations in the US Published by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA)?

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4 min read
The first dietary recommendations in the US were published in 1894, marking a pivotal year for American public health. Produced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), these early nutritional guides were developed by chemist W.O. Atwater to help Americans, primarily men, make more informed food choices based on available scientific knowledge at the time.