Chinese Dietary Guidelines (2016)

The 4th edition of CDG was revised by the Chinese Nutrition Society and issued by the National Health Commission in May 2016. There are three main chapters: DG for the general population, DG for specific populations, and the description on a balanced dietary pattern and its practice.

The core recommendations of dietary guidelines for the general population include:

(a) Eat a variety of foods, cereal based.

(b) Be active to maintain a healthy body weight.

(c) Eat plenty of vegetables, fruits, dairy and soybeans.

(d) Enjoy fish, poultry, eggs and lean meats.

(e) Limit table salt, cooking oil, added sugar and alcohol.

(f) Develop healthy eating habits, avoid food waste.