Which statement about the Dietary Guidelines for Americans is FALSE?

A. The guidelines recommend drinking alcohol in moderation, or not at all.
B. The guidelines suggest that added sugar intake be limited to no more than 20% of total daily Calories.
C. The guidelines were developed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S Department of Health and Human Services.
D. The guidelines are updated every 5 years.


Ans: B. The guidelines suggest that added sugar intake be limited to no more than 20% of total daily Calories.

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