WASHINGTON DC — While nearly 50% of Americans eat a sandwich every day, most are not meeting recommendations of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA). That data, which was revealed in the dietary data brief, “Sandwich Consumption By Adults in the US: What We Eat in America,” prompted four MyPlate National Strategic Partners — The Grain Foods Foundation (GFF), Hass Avocado Board, National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) Foundation and National Wheat Foundation — to work together to launch Build a Better Sandwich, a resource focused on helping consumers create healthier and more nutritious sandwiches.
The resource features practical tips for adding a variety of grains, lean proteins, fiber-filled fruits and vegetables, and low-fat dairy products — the five food groups — to create healthier sandwiches.
“Sandwiches can be a healthy and delicious part of a balanced diet, bringing together all food groups in an easy and affordable package,” said Chris Jones, senior director of the NASDA Foundation. “We know many Americans enjoy sandwiches every day – making them one way to help empower people to make healthy choices that align with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.”
Build a Better Sandwich also creates interesting opportunities for bread bakers.