ABA will provide oral testimony to the USDA Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee on July 8.
ABA will take the opportunity to educate the public on the health benefits of both whole and enriched grains as the base of a healthy diet. Specifically, ABA will discuss the history of enrichment; fortification health benefits related to folic acid and iron; the role of whole grains as a part of an overall healthy diet; and highlights of continual innovations by bakers to produce appealing healthful products.
For additional information, please contact Senior Vice President for Government Relations & Public Affairs Lee Sanders at lsanders@americanbakers.org or Legislative and Regulatory Manager Deah Shaw at dshaw@americanbakers.org or by phone at 202-789-0300. You may also wish to visit www.dietaryguidelines.gov.
Source: American Bakers Association