mypyramid food guidance system

MyPyramidFood Guidance System

Joan Sather & Natalie SehiNU Skills – May 31, 2005

Overview of Presentation

NEP Perspective NEP Goals for FY2006

MyPyramid Food Guidance System Graphic Food Groups & Key Messages Challenges

Teaching Resources Updating Materials Q & A’s

NEP PerspectiveNEP Goals for FY2006

Specific Dietary Quality Goals ↑ VEGETABLE intake by ¼ cup/day ↑ FRUIT intake by ¼ cup/day ↑ DAIRY intake by 1 cup/day

EVALUATE BASED ON PRE/POST 24 HOUR FOOD RECALLS

NEP PerspectiveMore NEP Goals for FY2006

Clients will…1. Plan meals ahead of time2. Compare prices before buying food3. Not run out of food before the end of the month4. Shop with a grocery list5. Not let meat or dairy foods sit out for 2+ hours6. Not thaw frozen foods at room temperature7. Think about healthy food choices when feeding their

family8. Use less salt food when preparing foods9. Use the Nutrition Facts on food labels to make food

choices10. Feed children breakfastEVALUATE BASED ON PRE/POST BEHAVIOR CHECKLISTS

NEP PerspectiveMore NEP Goals (cont.)

Clients will…11. Wash their hands before preparing

food12. Use community food resources less

often13. Drink less pop14. Use a written spending plan or budget15. Be more physically active

EVALUATE BASED ON PRE/POST BEHAVIOR CHECKLISTS

NEP PerspectiveKey Point

Success of NEP is measured by… Number of clients we reach (quantity) Number or % of clients who make a

positive change toward reaching goals written in our state plan (quality)

Our time/effort needs to focus on achieving our established goals.

NEP PerspectiveBeyond the Scope of NEP

Providing specific calorie intakes for individuals

Providing detailed weight loss advice

Rationale: Medical Nutrition Therapy FSNE Guidance Ideas…

WIC – refer to RD Keep a list of resources in your community

QUIZ TIME

For the next fiscal year, we want to specifically increase client’s consumption of what food groups:

A. Fruits, Dairy, Grains B. Dairy, Meat & Beans, Vegetables C. Vegetables, Dairy, Fruit D. Grains, Vegetables, Fruit

Activity Moderation Proportionality Variety Gradual

Improvement Personalization

MyPyramid GraphicMajor Themes

MyPyramid Graphic For NEP…

Use 2,000 calorie MyPyramid as standard teaching tool Rationale:

Nutrition Facts on label and printed materials based on 2,000 calorie MyPyramid

Most applicable to our clients as a group May add “different people may need

more or less calories based on their age, gender, and activity level” but… We will NOT provide “calorie prescriptions”

Grains Vegetables Fruits Milk Meat & Beans Oils Physical Activity

MyPyramid GraphicSpecific Components

MyPyramid - Grains

What’s in the Grain Group?

What’s in the Grain Group?

List of foods “View Grains Food Gallery”

Example:

How much is needed?

Chart with list of amounts recommended by age and gender We will not need to use

2,000 calorie reference diet 6 ounces – at least half (3 ounces)

from whole grains

What counts asan ounce?

In general… 1 ounce of grains = 1 slice of bread,

1 cup of ready-to-eat cereal, or ½ cup of cooked rice, cooked pasta, or cooked cereal

Helpful chart…

Chart shows both

1 ounce equivalents

&

Common portions with ounce equivalents

*WG = whole grains; RG = refined grains; shown when products are available both in whole grain and refined grain forms.

On Your Own Review…

Health benefits & nutrients 2 sections assume high knowledge of

health terminology, i.e. “oxidation” and “diverticulosis”

Good resource for staff who can make the information accessible to our clients

Ex: Fiber – Coronary Heart Disease Tips to help you eat whole grains

List of useful tips and suggestions

GRAIN Group Key Message

Intake of WHOLE grains Ability to identify WHOLE grains Knowledge of what “1 ounce” of

grains means in terms of real food

NEP Recommendation for GRAINS: Recommend 6 ounces per day of grains and at least half should be WHOLE grains. You may

need more or less depending on your age, gender, and activity level.

MyPyramid - Vegetables

What’s in the Vegetable Group?

Any vegetable Raw or cooked Fresh, frozen, canned, or

dried/dehydrated Whole, cut-up, or mashed

100% vegetable juice

What’s in the Vegetable Group?

5 sub-categories Dark green vegetables Orange vegetables Dry beans and peas Starchy vegetables Other vegetables

Web site provides detailed lists for each category & “View Vegetables Food Gallery”

How much is needed?

2 ½ cups per day 2,000 calorie diet

What counts as a cup?

In general… 1 cup of vegetable group = 1 cup of

raw or cooked vegetables or vegetable juice, or 2 cups of raw leafy greens


Health benefits & nutrients Stroke Cardiovascular disease Cancer Aid in reducing calorie intake Type 2 diabetes Kidney stones Reduce bone loss

On Your Own (cont.)…

Health benefits & nutrients (cont.) Good source of potassium:

Sweet potatoes, white potatoes, white beans, tomato products, beet greens, soybeans, lima beans, winter squash, spinach, lentils, kidney beans, and split peas

Tips to help you eat vegetables Worth reviewing

VEGETABLE Group Key Message

Challenges… Vegetables are not “convenient”

Increase preparation skills Taste different types of vegetables – provide

recipes Fewer dishes make up a meal – often side

dish is dropped Incorporate vegetables into main dish

Plate method – ½ vegetables

NEP Recommendation for VEGETABLES: Eat 2 ½ cups of vegetables each day. Increase

variety.

Source: http://www.5aday.com/html/research/consumptionstats.php

MyPyramid - Fruits

What foods are in the Fruit Group?

Any fruit or 100% fruit juice Fresh, canned, frozen, or dried Whole, cut-up, or pureed

“View Fruits Food Gallery”

How much is needed?

2 cups per day 2,000 calorie diet More/less based on individual’s

calorie needs Easier than some may think…

Ex: banana & small apple


In general… 1 cup from the fruit group = 1 cup of

fruit, 1 cup of 100% fruit juice or ½ cup of dried fruit

Change from old “6 oz. serving” for juice Whole fruit is preferred


Health benefits and nutrients Very similar to vegetables Good sources of potassium:

Bananas, prunes and prune juice, dried peaches and apricots, cantaloupe, honeydew melon, and orange juice

Tips to help you eat fruits Likely to be review but still good

FRUIT Group Key Message

Challenges… Spoilage

Meal planning skills Cost

Economic Research Service 1999 data fruits and vegetables Cost per serving (excluded waste)

NEP Recommendation for FRUIT: Enjoy 2 cups of fruit each day.

Source: http://www.5aday.com/html/research/consumptionstats.php

http://www.ers.usda.gov/publications/aib790/aib790d.pdf

Research Conclusions

What’s cheapest? 63% fruits cheapest in fresh form 57% veggies cheapest in fresh form

Putting it in perspective 86% of veggies and 78% of fruit

included in research cost less than $0.50/serving

…cheaper than a candy bar

Question from Staff

Are there specific nutrients we should emphasize from fruits and vegetables? Before, often fiber, Vit. A, Vit. C Now…? Potassium too?

MyPyramid - Milk

What’s in the Milk Group?

All fluid milk products Many foods made from milk

Foods made from milk that retain their calcium content (yogurt & cheese) but NOT those with little to no calcium (cream cheese, cream, and butter)

Most milk group choices should be fat-free or low-fat Otherwise add discretionary calories

How much is needed?

2 cups for children 2-8 years 3 cups for individuals > 8 years of

age Unique about milk group

Recommended amount does NOT change as calorie needs change


In general… 1 cup from the milk group = 1 cup

milk, 1 cup yogurt, 1 ½ oz. natural cheese or 2 oz. processed cheese

Milk Group “What counts as a cup” chart is helpful…


Health benefits and nutrients Includes why it’s important to choose

low or non-fat versions Tips for making wise choices

Bottom of page provides advice for those who do not consume milk products

MILK Group Key Message

ALL adults – men and women, young and old – need 3 cups Calcium, Vitamin D, Potassium,

Protein Bone mass, healthy blood pressure,

etc.

NEP Recommendation for MILK: Children 2-8 years old need 2 cups each day.Adults and children over the age of 8 should

consume 3 cups from the Milk Group each day.

MyPyramid – Meat & Beans

What’s in the Meat & Beans Group?

Abbreviated to “Meat & Beans Group” from “meat, poultry, fish, dry beans, eggs, and nuts group” Most meat and poultry choices

should be lean or low-fat Fish, nuts, and seeds contain healthy

oils, so choose these foods frequently instead of meat or poultry

How much is needed?

5 ½ oz. of meat & beans per day Most Americans eat enough food

from this group, but need to make leaner and more varied selections of these foods

What counts as an ounce?

In general… 1 ounce meat/meat equivalent = 1

ounce of meat, poultry or fish, ¼ cup cooked dry beans, 1 egg, 1 tablespoon of peanut butter, or ½ ounce of nuts or seeds

Nutrition and health implications

Recommend reading this section Importance of selecting lean or low-

fat choices from the Meat and Beans group

Importance of including fish, nuts, and seeds


Tips for making wise choices Good information Worth reviewing in greater detail

Vegetarian choices For beans – count as either part of the

vegetable group OR meat & beans group

½ cup beans = ½ cup vegetables ¼ cup beans = 1 oz. of meat

MEAT & BEANS Group Key Message

Challenges… Encouraging lean and lower fat options Explaining the “1 oz. meat equivalents” Promoting portion control to fit in the

other food groups (fruit, vegetables, milk)

NEP Recommendation for MEAT & BEANS: Consume 5 ½ oz. of meat & beans a day.

QUIZ TIME

NEP will be using… A. Personalized MyPyramids for each

client B. MyPyramid based on 2,000 calorie

diet C. No pyramid at all D. MyPyramid based on 1,800 calorie

diet

MyPyramid – OilsOils

OilsOils

Helpful information on types of oils Many people consume enough fat in

foods Discretionary calories & counting

teaspoons of fat in different foods (i.e. peanut butter) is difficult concept – beyond scope of NEP lessons

OilsOils Key Message

NEP Recommendation for OILS: Select liquid oils or soft margarines. Limit solid

fats. Understand basic concepts

Saturated Fat = solid fat Trans Fat =hydrogenated fat Unsaturated Fat = liquid/plant based MUFA’s, PUFA’s, etc. is very detailed…

how much can clients retain?

Discretionary Calories?

~265 for 2,000 calorie plan Allowance often totally used by

the foods chosen from each food group i.e. higher fat meats, cheeses,

whole/2% milk, or sweetened bakery products

Discretionary Calories? (cont.)

What can they be used for? Eat more food from any food group Eat higher calorie forms of foods -

those with solid fats or added sugars Add fat or sweeteners to foods Eat/drink items that are mostly fats,

caloric sweeteners, and/or alcohol i.e. candy, soda, wine, and beer

Discretionary Calories?NEP Perspective

Goal: To increase consumption of healthy foods & limit less healthy choices Specific quantity of discretionary calories is

too detailed and calculations are complex

NEP Key Message: Most of your foods should fall into one of the 5 food groups Select low-fat or non-fat version Select foods with limited added sugars

MyPyramid – Physical Activity

What is Physical Activity?

Movement of the body that uses energy Moderate physical activity includes:

Walking briskly, hiking, gardening, dancing, bicycling, weight training

Vigorous physical activity includes: Running/jogging, bicycling, swimming,

aerobics, walking very fast, basketball

Why is physical activity important?

Key part of living a longer, healthier, happier life.

Works together with nutrition for better health.

Benefits: Improves self-esteem, increases fitness

level, helps build and maintain bones and muscles, helps manage weight, lowers risk of chronic disease, and reduces stress.

How much is needed?

Minimum = 30 minutes most days, preferably every day of the week.

60 minutes a day to prevent weight gain.

60-90 minutes a day to maintain weight loss Calorie needs should not be exceeded.

Children and teenagers = 60 minutes every day, or most days.


Calories used Not necessarily applicable to our

teaching, but may serve as a resource. Tips for increasing physical activity

Good tips/ideas for clients to increase physical activity at home, work or play.

Physical Activity Key Message

Challenges… Incorporating physical activity into every

nutrition lesson. Getting clients to get the recommended

amount of physical activity (time, kids, place to go, etc.)

NEP Recommendation for PHYSICAL ACTIVITY:Adults should aim to get at least 30 minutes of

physical activity most days of the week. Children and teenagers should get at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day of the

week.

Other Helpful Info Online

MyPyramid Worksheet

MyPyramid Tracker

Enter foods eaten on a given day Select amounts Save Analyze Also can add physical activity

Challenges

How do we communicate “ounces” of grains?

How do we communicate the amount of cheese that equals a “cup” from the milk group?

How do we get around using the term “serving”?

Teaching Resources

What we’ve currently ordered: MyPyramid Mini-Poster Handouts for each

county MyPyramid Poster Smaller quantity of the Anatomy of

MyPyramid Estimated arrival date - late June

MyPyramid Tear-pads (Beef Council) Available mid-June

Mini-Poster Handouts & Larger Poster

FRONT BACK



MyPyramid Food Guidance System Graphic Key Messages


Updating Materials

NEP Materials Adult Curriculum

Building a Healthy Diet Eating Right is Basic Nutrition Essentials ABC’s for Good Health

Youth Curriculum Senior Curriculum

Updating Materials (cont.)

Youth Curriculum Professor Popcorn Eat Smart, Play Hard 4-H Purdue Curriculum Florida 4-H Curriculum

4-H Fun w/Foods, Food Fun Fitness, Food FUNdamentals)

Updating Materials (cont.)

Senior Curriculum Staying Well H.E.L.P




Teaching Resources Updating Materials

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

What challenges have you encountered teaching

MyPyramid?

Thank You

mypyramid food guidance system

Documents

food labels

salt food

healthy food choices

dairy foods

cupday dairy intake

clients willwash

bynumber of clients

clients consumption