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Failure of Dietary Guidelines
This chapter examines the failure of the dietary guidelines in preventing disease, debunking the argument that Americans don't follow the guidelines. It discusses the increase in consumption of grains, fruits, and vegetables due to the guidelines, as well as the lack of evidence and resistance to change in certain recommendations. The chapter also highlights the impact of the guidelines on various sectors of society and the alarming rates of overweight and obesity in America.