NPI submits comments to US Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee on drinking water, added sugars and saturated fat

Oct 21, 2024

The US Departments of Health and Human Services and Agriculture encourage public engagement in the development of the 2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee is currently reviewing the latest nutrition science to develop a report with its recommendations for HHS and USDA. The Nutrition Policy Institute at the University of California recently submitted two comments to the Committee: (1) advocating for drinking water consumption recommendations in the report and adding a water symbol to MyPlate, and (2) addressing possible modifications on recommendations to limit added sugars and saturated fat intake in the report. The Committee's scientific report will be published soon, followed by a public comment period to gather feedback. The report and public feedback will be used by HHS and USDA to inform the development of the 2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Learn more about the process and how you can get involved.


By Danielle Lee
Author - Director of Communications & Research Engagement
By Christina E Hecht
Editor - UC ANR Nutrition Policy Institute Academic Coordinator
By Lorrene D Ritchie
Editor - Director of the Nutrition Policy Institute and Cooperative Extension Nutrition Specialist