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Physicians' group files petition against new dietary guidelines

Physicians' group files petition against new dietary guidelines
The previous food guidelines emphasized fresh fruits and vegetables while the new guidelines have more focus on meat and dairy.

New dietary guidelines published by the Trump Administration have been the subject of much discussion in the medical arena, but one group is pursuing legal action.

The guidelines put the health and safety of the public at risk and are the result of industry influence according to a petition filed with the Offices of Inspector General for the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Every five years the two departments issue new dietary guidelines.

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