American Medical Association Calls for Increase of Plant-Based Foods in Hospitals
Live Science reports that at the annual meeting of the American Medical Association (AMA) House of Delegates–which represents more than 200,000 physician members, a policy statement was issued that “called for the reduction of sugar-sweetened beverages and processed meats, and an increase in the availability of healthful, plant-based foods in hospitals.”
According to the article, the resolution recommends that physicians and hospital staff “lead by example” by offering “healthier foods at the hospital,” and specifically states:
“The American Medical Association hereby call on U.S. hospitals to improve the health of patients, staff, and visitors by (1) providing a variety of healthful food, including plant-based meals and meals that are low in fat, sodium, and added sugars, (2) eliminating processed meats from menus, and (3) providing and promoting healthful beverages.”
In addition to these policy resolutions, Live Science notes that the June 14 AMA meeting also included resolutions focused on “destigmatizing obesity, strengthening vaccine policy and using the phrase “gun violence mitigation” in lieu of “gun control,” among 11 other resolutions.”
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