Revision of food-based dietary guidelines for Ireland, Phase 2: recommendations for healthy eating and affordability

摘要

ObjectiveTo revise the food-based dietary guidelines for Ireland and assess the affordability of healthy eating.DesignAn iterative process was used to develop 4 d food intake patterns (n 22) until average intakes met a range of nutrient and energy goals (at moderate and sedentary activity levels) that represented the variable nutritional requirements of all in the population aged 5 years and older. Dietary guidelines were formulated describing the amounts and types of foods that made up these intake patterns. Foods required for healthy eating by typical households in Ireland were priced and affordability assessed as a proportion of relevant weekly social welfare allowances.SettingGovernment agency/community.SubjectsGeneral population aged 5+ years.ResultsFood patterns developed achieved energy and nutrient goals with the exception of dietary fibre (inadequate for adults with energy requirements