6A: PROMOTING HEALTHY EATING IN AUS PART 1 (general questions) Flashcards
What is the Australian dietary guidelines?
The Australian dietary guidelines outlines 5 dietary guidelines that provides information about the types and amounts of foods that should be consumed, as well as the eating patterns that should be followed as party of a healthy and balanced diet.
Outline some of the reasons as to why the Australian dietary guidelines were created.
- One of the reasons the Australian dietary guidelines were created is because many Australians do not consume a healthy and balanced diet. For example some may over-consume or under-consume certain nutrients.
- Another reason why the Australian dietary guidelines were created is to reduce the burden of disease associated with diet-related chronic conditions, such as obesity and type-2 diabetes.
What were the aims of the Australian dietary guidelines?
The aim of the Australian dietary guidelines is to promote healthy eating habits, as well as to advise against unhealthy eating habits. Additionally, it provides Australians with the knowledge needed to make healthier choices, which in turn promotes health and wellbeing, as well as reduces the risk of diet-related conditions, such as obesity.
Who created the Australian dietary guidelines?
The Australian dietary guidelines were developed by the National Medical Research Council (NMRC) which is an Australian government agency, that aims to improve the health and wellbeing of all Australians. The NMRC aims to achieve optimal health outcomes by conducting health and medical research.
Who does the Australian Dietary Guidelines target?
- The Australian Dietary Guidelines targets the healthy Australian populations.
- The Australian Dietary Guidelines also targets individuals suffering from common health conditions, such as obesity.
- Furthermore, the Australian dietary guidelines is intended to be used by health professionals, educators, and policy makers to help promote healthy eating in Australia.
