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By: Carla PalermoDietary Guidelines for AmericansTools for staying on track?

Choosemyplate.govChoosemyplate.gov is a guide to improve the nutrition and well-being of Americans. It was established by The Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion (CNPP), an organization of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Primary ObjectivesAdvance and promote dietary guidance for all Americans, and

Conduct applied research and analyses in nutrition and consumer economics.Now lets explore the website a little more.My plateUnder my plate, it is broken into 6 foods groups:OilsVegetablesGrainsProtein FoodsDairyFruitsMy plateThis section is organized based on a few questions:Whats in the food group?How much is needed?Serving size?Health Benefits and NutrientsTips to Help you eat more of this group

FruitsMake half your plate fruits and vegetablesMay reduce risk for heart disease, including heart attack and stroke.Most fruits are naturally low in fat, sodium and calories.Fruits are sources of many essential nutrients. Vegetables

Make half your plate fruits and vegetables.Vegetables are organized into 5 subgroups: dark green vegetables, starchy vegetables, red and orange vegetables, beans and peas, and other vegetables.Helps reduce and may lower risk of heart disease.Important sources of many nutrients.Grains

Make at least half of your grains whole grains.Any food from wheat, rice, oats, cornmeal, barley or another cereal grain is a grain product.Important sources of many nutrients. Protein Foods

All foods made from meat, poultry, seafood, beans and peas, eggs, processed soy products, nuts, and seeds.Vital for health and maintenance of your body.Dairy

Dairy choices should be fat-free or low-fat.Milk, yogurt, cheese, soymilkLinked to improve bone health, and reduce the risk of osteoporosis. Calcium is used for building bones and teeth and maintaining bone mass.Oils

Oils are NOT a food group, but they provide essential nutrients.High in monounsaturated or polyunsaturated fats (the good fats). Lower risk of heart disease.What else can be found on this website?

Weight Management and CaloriesLearning what you currently eat and drink

How to make better choices

Personalized daily food plans

How many calories you need

How many calories are in the food and beverages you consumePhysical Activity

What is physical activity?Why is it important?How much is needed?How many calories are used?Tips

Being physically active can improve your overall healthThese are some focus points that choosemyplate.gov talks about:SuperTracker

SuperTracker can help you plan, analyze and track your diet and physical activity.Find out what and how much to eatTrack your food, physical activities and weightPersonalize with goal settingBroken into age groupsBMI Calculator Healthy Eating TipsChoosemyplate.gov also features sample menus and recipesProvide tips for vegetariansTips for eating healthy when eating outIncreasing physical activityFood safety adviceAnd much more!References:Choosemyplate.govYou have the controlYou are the changeBe the change

Thank you for listening and please make smart nutrition decisions!