Bill > LB1194

This bill, known as the Real Food Act, aims to improve public health by establishing state-level dietary guidelines and promoting healthier eating habits. It acknowledges that poor diets contribute to chronic diseases and that prioritizing nutrient-dense whole foods can significantly improve the state's health. The act defines "dietary guidelines" as a flexible whole food framework tailored to individual and family needs, preferences, and financial situations. The proposed guidelines emphasize prioritizing high-quality protein from various sources, obtaining fats from whole foods like meats, seafood, nuts, and avocados, and making colorful vegetables and fruits the foundation of meals, encouraging whole forms over processed options. It also promotes full-fat dairy products without added sugars and prioritizes fiber-rich whole grains to reduce refined carbohydrate intake. To implement these guidelines, state agencies like the Departments of Health and Human Services, Agriculture, and Education are authorized to launch public awareness campaigns, update educational materials in programs like school lunches and healthcare services to align with these guidelines and highlight Nebraska-produced foods, and partner with local entities to encourage adherence. This act will become effective on January 1, 2027.

Health and Social Services

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