Experts say Canada's food guide needs an update

Canada's Food Guide is the foundation for meal planning in hospitals, schools and public health programs, but some critics say it is sorely in need of updating.

It started as Canada's Food Rules in 1942 but has been revised a handful of times over the years. The most recent updates were released in 2007.

That revision required years of consultations with doctors, nutritionists, researchers and the public. Those stakeholders also included industry representatives, from dairy producers to beverage corporations.

That type of industry inclusion is one of the main critiques raised by bariatric specialist Dr. Yoni Freedhoff. He spoke at a debate about Canada's Food Guide earlier this year, hosted by the Canadian Obesity Network.

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