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Encyclopedia entry: Canada's Food Guide
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M.T. CLANDININ
Canadian Encyclopedia
01-01-2002
Canada's Food Guide
Author: M.T. CLANDININ
Canada's Food Guide is a daily eating plan designed to help people of all ages choose their food wisely. The Dietary Standard for Canada recommends a daily nutrient intake for Canadians, but because people select food and not nutrients, nutrient recommendations have been translated into food choices. The guide enables many individuals to meet their nutrient needs by following a simple daily food pattern based on 4 food groups. Each food group has its own key nutrients which are needed daily. Some studies reveal that the pattern will not supply the Recommended Daily Nutrient Intakes ...