Focus on Whole Fruits: What Is the One-First Recommendation From the USDA as It Relates to the Fruit Group?
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According to the latest USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans, roughly 80% of the U.S. population does not meet the daily recommendations for fruit intake, and over half of children's fruit intake comes from fruit juice. The single most important recommendation from the USDA regarding the fruit group is to make at least half of your fruit intake come from whole fruits, rather than 100% fruit juice. This guideline emphasizes the superior nutritional profile of whole fruits and their substantial health benefits compared to juice.
