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The national food policy, not food guide, could be the most important change to the feds’ approach to nutrition

While many experts have applauded the new Canada Food Guide, a national food policy with programs addressing food access by the poorest Canadians may do more to improve people's health.

A stack of fresh fruit at a Farm Boy supermarket in Ottawa. The new Canada's Food Guide recommends more fruits and vegetables, although many Canadians struggle to access nutritious foods. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade
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