Red meat, dairy overemphasized in new Canadian food guide, say critics: NewsTarget.com

The Canadian government has released a revised food and nutrition guide for the first time in more than 10 years — but critics say that the guide overemphasizes unhealthier foods, including red meat and dairy.

The food guide is Canada's second-most requested government document, after tax forms. The government spent $1.5 million and four years revising it since the last version, with consultations from more than 7,000 "stakeholders" including dairy, meat and egg producers. Approximately 2 million copies are distributed yearly.

Some of the guide's revisions have been praised by health advocates. For example, it recommends limiting trans fats and foods high in saturated fats and sugar. It encourages more consumption of fruits and vegetables, along with 30 to 60 minutes of moderate exercise a day for adults.

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New Canadian food guide puts too much emphasis on red meat, dairy, say critics

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