Article: The Chronic Disease Prevention Alliance of Canada (CDPAC) Welcomes the New Food Guide

OTTAWA, ONTARIO--(CCNMatthews - Feb. 5, 2007) - The Chronic Disease Prevention Alliance of Canada (CDPAC) is pleased to support a practical tool that can be used for the prevention of chronic disease. Unhealthy eating is a significant risk factor for a number of chronic diseases. The release today of Eating Well with Canada's Food Guide provides information on the amount and type of food recommended for health.

"Following the guidance as outlined in the Food Guide can reduce the risk of chronic diseases including coronary heart disease and stroke, type 2 diabetes and some forms of cancer" says Stephen Samis, Chair of the Chronic Disease Prevention Alliance of Canada Steering Committee. The ...

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