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What actions would you suggest be taken to improve the quality of the average US diet?

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EBOOK COLLECTION: Insel, P. M., & Roth, W. T. (2008). Core concepts in health (10th ed.). Boston: McGraw-Hill.

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Suggestions in moving toward nutrient-dense foods such as fruits, vegetables and whole grain foods are some of the ideas recommended.

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The most critical step for improving the American died is to change the mindset of what is available to students. Since the majority of young people go to school and spend a large part of their day there, it is an invaluable approach to revamping food intake, especially for students who live in communities that offer free and reduced lunches. Even in schools that attract wealthy families and students, where they may bring their lunch or money to buy lunch, still, what students consume is critical for success in school and their future health.

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