Is this what your plate looks like?
The new food plate image provided by the Agriculture Department shows the department's new healthy eating symbol: My Plate. The Agriculture Department says its new healthy eating symbol called "My Plate" should show Americans that nutrition doesn't have to be complicated.
Based on a pie chart, but not actually as easy to understand as a pie chart, the new graphic "My Plate" lacks some information and doesn't show fats, oils & sweets.
Perhaps using this in combination with the old food pyramid may be a bit more comprehensive. It's certainly a step up from the original pyramid and something kids can relate to a bit better.
Learn all about the food plate, pyramid and how to eat healthier.
ABOVE: The most recent food pyramid
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