No country in the world has a more bountiful food supply than the United States. But a lush supply of food does not necessarily mean good nutrition. Under the auspices of the Economic Research Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, experts were mobilized from diverse fields — nutritionists, economists, dietitians, psychologists, and social scientists — to examine America’s eating habits.
America’s Eating Habits, Changes and Consequences is a roadmap to understanding the complex world of food choices and diets. This report provides different perspectives on our nutrition problems. Key points addressed include:
- The economic costs associated with unhealthy eating patterns
- Nutritional knowledge and how it affects the intake of fats and cholesterol
- How dietary patterns compare with dietary recommendations
- Potential impacts of healthier eating on domestic agriculture
America’s Eating Habits also discusses government programs and regulations and health claims in food advertising and labeling.
America’s Eating Habits, Changes and Consequences is available from NTIS, call 1-800-553-6847 or 703-605-6000, for $60 plus $5 handling fee, no additional charge for shipping; quote order number ERSAIB750KQK. Most major credit cards accepted. Fax orders to 703-605-6900.
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