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MyPlate Initiative a Good Start to Proper Diet and Nutrition
Wednesday, November 14, 2012 13:41
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The Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, an
organization of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, was established in
1994 to improve the nutrition and well-being of Americans. Toward this
goal, the Center focuses its efforts on two primary objectives:
organization of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, was established in
1994 to improve the nutrition and well-being of Americans. Toward this
goal, the Center focuses its efforts on two primary objectives:
- Advance and promote dietary guidance for all Americans, and
- Conduct applied research and analyses in nutrition and consumer
economics.
One of the Center’s core projects is the USDA Food Guidance System, which includes the initiative MyPlate.
MyPlate illustrates the five food groups that are the building blocks
for a healthy diet using a familiar image—a place setting for a meal.
Before you eat, think about what goes on your plate or in your cup or
bowl.
When you are on the site, select a food group. You will see something like this.
As you explore the site you will see how it can help guide you to a balanced diet and a nutritious lifestyle. Check it out.
P.S. Did you know that 40 percent of all food in the U.S. ends up in the trash? That according to a report by the National Resources Defense Council. The average family of four wastes $2,275 in food each year or 20 pounds per person per month. That is shameless.
2012-11-14 13:22:24
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