Nutrient Rich Foods Index

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Adam Drewnowski, PhD, has an interesting proposition. He wrote an article for the Nutrition Reviews magazine, in which he discusses his proposed Nutrient Rich Foods Index. He wants to rank foods based on their nutrient content. Foods with unhealthy nutrients would be lowly ranked. Foods with healthy nutrients would be highly ranked. Dr. Drewnowski would like all food packages to be labeled with the foods nutrient foods index so consumers would know which foods are healthiest.

In theory, it sounds like a good idea. I am assuming that higher calorie foods and higher fat foods will be given lower ratings. We definitely need something to help consumers make better choices. Perhaps this will be it!

I will keep you posted on any developments!