This week, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) shelved the Food Guide Pyramid. Cited as too complex, they have chosen to use the image of a plate instead.My Plate take-home messages:
- Eat sensible portion sizes.
- Fill half of your plate with fruits & veggies.
- At least half of your grains (e.g., pasta, rice, bread, cereals) should be whole grains.
- Choose low or no-fat dairy products.
- Limit foods with excess salt & sugar.
To learn more, check out http://www.choosemyplate.gov/.
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