National Cancer Institute Dietary Guidelines

The National Cancer Institute has published dietary guidelines for the public. They are geared to cancer prevention but also are consistent with the USDA/DHHS Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The NCI Dietary Guidelines are:

• Reduce fat intake to 30 percent of calories or less.
  
  
• Increase fiber to 20-30 grams/day with an upper limit of 35 grams.
  
  
• Include a variety of fruits and vegetables in the daily diet.
  
  
• Avoid obesity.
  
  
• Consume alcoholic beverages in moderation, if at all.
  
  
• Minimize consumption of salt-cured, salt-pickled, and smoked foods.