America is changing its eating habits. Though medical evidence mounts that we are exact about what we eat, consuming a healthier diet has become almost a national passion in the United States.

The food-for-fitness phenomenon began in the late 70's when a U.S. Senate Committee  1  the conclusion that six out of ten leading causes of death such as heart disease and cancer might be linked to diet. The government issued dietary guidelines  2  America to eat a variety of food, maintain proper weight, and limit intake of fat, salt, and sugar.

For most America, what to eat is a matter of personal choice,  3  one of supply an excellent nationwide food distribution system that fresh  4  is readily available in all parts of the country, regardless of the season. Taking advantage of this abundance, many people are forsaking traditional meat-and-potatoes fare  5  lighter meals of salads, fruits and vegetables.

One of the most significant trends in the America way of eating is the healthful change in restaurants food. One of  6  two meals in the United States is eaten outside the home.

Restaurants are making special efforts to provide low-salt and low-calorie items salad bars,  7  with fresh greens and raw fruits and vegetables, are found everywhere.