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Flawed Studies Can Mislead Our Nation: Nutritionist Calls for Science-Based Information to Inform Dietary Guidelines for Alcohol

In Kathleen Zelman’s article "Americans Deserve Alcohol Guidelines Driven by Science" for Real Clear Health, she writes: "As we continue to build and maintain healthy dietary patterns, it is crucial our guidance be grounded in rigorous, transparent, and scientifically sound processes. Only then can we ensure that the DGAs continue to serve as a reliable roadmap for promoting positive nutrition and public health outcomes in the U.S.”


Americans Deserve Alcohol Guidelines Driven by Science

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGAs) have long served as a road map for dietitians and nutritionists to promote positive nutrition and public health outcomes in the U.S. As a nutritionist with over three decades of experience, I've dedicated my career to cutting through the clutter and sharing science-based information to promote health. It is with great concern that I call attention to the recent proposal by the Interagency Coordinating Committee on the Prevention of Underage Drinking (ICCPUD) to conduct an “Alcohol Intake and Health” study as part of the 2025 DGAs review process. ...


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