16 • March | April 2026 • abasto.com IFPA destaca las frutas y verduras en nuevas Guías Alimentarias de EE. UU. BY ABASTO I FPA Highlights Fruits and Vege- tables in New U.S. Dietary Guide- lines The 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines emphasize whole foods and the con- sumption of fruits and vegetables. By Abasto The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) welcomed the re- lease of the 2025–2030 Dietary Gui- delines for Americans (DGA), which underscore the importance of fruits and vegetables in a healthy diet. The new Dietary Guidelines re- commend that Americans consume a variety of colorful, nutrient-rich products throughout the day, with a diet focused on “real whole foods.” “Scientific evidence consistent- ly shows that fruits and vegetables should make up the majority of what people eat,” said Mollie Van Lieu, IFPA’s vice president of nutrition and health. “The Administration’s focus on whole foods is an opportunity to increase fruit and vegetable con- sumption, as they are the most nu- trient-dense foods available.” For a 2,000-calorie daily plan, the guidelines suggest three servings of vegetables and two servings of fruit, distinguishing between naturally occurring sugars in fruits and added sugars. IFPA also appreciated the guideli- nes’ focus on reducing added sugars and highly processed foods, which often replace healthier options such as fruits and vegetables. Today’s Dietary Guidelines reinforce the critical role that fruits and vegetables play in overall health.” -Mollie Van Lieu IFPA Vice President of Nutrition and Health. Impact on Federal Nutrition Programs Van Lieu noted that the Dietary Gui- delines are a framework for nume- rous federal nutrition programs. IFPA is committed to continuing to work to ensure that a wide variety Las Guías Alimentarias 2025–2030 enfatizan los alimentos enteros y el consumo de frutas y verduras of fruits and vegetables are availa- ble in these programs and that the 2025–2030 Guidelines drive signifi- cant increases in fruit and vegetable consumption for all consumers. The Dietary Guidelines influen- ce key federal programs, including school breakfasts and lunches, the WIC food package, military food pro- grams, and other nutrition initiati- ves. IFPA’s Involvement in the Develop- ment of the Guidelines IFPA was actively involved in the development of the guidelines, sub- mitting written comments, provi- ding oral testimony, and nominating members to the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee. The association continues to advo- cate for access to fruits and vegeta- bles in federal nutrition programs. 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans Published by the U.S. Depart- ment of Health and Human Ser- vices and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Emphasize “whole real foods” as the basis of healthy eating. Recommend three servings of ve- getables and two servings of fruit per day for a 2,000-calorie diet. They distinguish between natu- rally occurring sugars in fruits and added sugars. They encourage reducing highly processed foods and added sugars. They guide federal nutrition pro- grams, including school menus, WIC, and military food services. Vegetables and fruits Whole grains Proteins, dairy products, and healthy fats Special Insert Agriculture industry