List eight areas of recommendations covered by Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Consume a healthy eating pattern that accounts for all foods and beverages within an appropriate calorie level Consume less than 10 percent of calories per day from added sugars[3] Consume less than 10 percent of calories per day from saturated fats[4] Consume less than 2,300 milligrams (mg) per day of sodium If alcohol is consumed, it should be consumed in moderation—up to one drink per day for women and up to two drinks per day for men—and only by adults of legal drinking age. Increase vegetable and fruit intake. Replace protein foods that are higher in solid fats with choices that are lower in solid fats and calories and/or are sources of oils Reduce the intake of calories from solid fats and added sugars.
Most of the 60 minutes or more per day should be either moderate- or vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity and should include vigorous-intensity physical activity on at least 3 days a week for children and adolescents.
