Dieetinõuanded

Dieetinõuanded, which translates from Estonian as “dietary advice” or “diet advice,” refers to information and guidance concerning food choices, nutrient intake, and eating patterns intended to promote health, weight management, and well-being.

In practice, dieetinõuanded cover topics such as energy balance, macronutrient and micronutrient recommendations, fruit and vegetable intake, whole grains, lean proteins, healthy fats, limiting added sugars and sodium, hydration, and portion control. They may also address special populations (pregnant individuals, children, older adults) and medical conditions requiring dietary changes.

Advice is produced by health authorities, medical professionals, registered dietitians, and scientific literature, and distributed through government campaigns, clinical practice, educational materials, and media. It emphasizes evidence-based approaches and cautions against fad diets and misinformation.

Because nutritional needs vary by age, sex, activity level, health status, and personal preferences, dieetinõuanded typically stress individualized guidance and professional consultation rather than universal prescriptions.

Related topics include nutrition science, dietary guidelines, and public health nutrition; in Estonia, dieetinõuanded form part of broader health education and public nutrition messaging.