Make Hospital Food Healthier Pledge

https://www.hhs.gov/maha-hospital-pledge/index.html?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery The U.S. spends approximately $5 trillion each year on health care, with 90% of those costs driven by chronic disease. Hospitals do more than treat illness—they influence recovery, support long-term health, and help patients manage chronic conditions.The Make Hospital Food Healthier Pledge challenges hospitals to put nutrition at the center of care. By reviewing and aligning food service practices with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, hospitals can improve patient outcomes, reduce complications, and promote healthier communities long after patients leave their care.