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The New MyPlate

The New MyPlate. Lori Matyjas CT Department of Education. MyPlate. MyPlate released in June, 2011 replaces the Food Pyramid and is part of the New US Dietary Guidelines.

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The New MyPlate

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  1. The New MyPlate Lori Matyjas CT Department of Education

  2. MyPlate

  3. MyPlate released in June, 2011replaces the Food Pyramid and is part of the New US Dietary Guidelines

  4. My Plate WEBSITES http://www.choosemyplate.gov/ http://www.cnpp.usda.gov/Publications/MyPlate/GettingStartedWithMyPlate.pdf

  5. MyPlate Basics Balancing Calories *Enjoy your food, but eat less.   *Avoid oversized portions.   Foods to Increase *Make half your plate fruits and vegetables.   *Make at least half your grains whole grains.   *Switch to fat-free or low-fat (1%) milk.     Foods to Reduce *Compare sodium in foods like soup, bread, and frozen meals ― and choose the foods with lower numbers.   *Drink water instead of sugary drinks.  

  6. FOOD GROUPS FRUITS VEGETABLES GRAINS PROTEINS DAIRY

  7. Grains GroupVegetable GroupFruit GroupDairy GroupProtein Foods Group•Make at least half your grains whole. • Vary your veggies. • Focus on fruits. • Get your calcium-rich foods. • Go lean with protein

  8. Grains Group What's in the Grains Group? How much is needed?What counts as an ounce?Health benefits & nutrientshttp://www.choosemyplate.gov/foodgroups/grains.html

  9. Vegetable GroupWhat's in the Vegetable Group? How much is needed?What counts as a cup?Health benefits & nutrients http://www.choosemyplate.gov/foodgroups/vegetables.html

  10. Fruit GroupWhat's in the Fruit Group?How much is needed?What counts as a cup?Health benefits & nutrientshttp://www.choosemyplate.gov/foodgroups/fruits.html

  11. Protein Foods GroupWhat's in the Protein Foods  Group?How much is needed?What counts as an ounce?Nutrients & health implicationsVegetarian choiceshttp://www.choosemyplate.gov/foodgroups/proteinfoods.html

  12. Oils What are "oils"?How are oils different from solid fats?Why is it important to consume oils?http://www.choosemyplate.gov/foodgroups/oils.html

  13. Empty CaloriesWhat are "empty calories"?What are "solid fats"?What are "added sugars"?http://www.choosemyplate.gov/foodgroups/emptycalories.html

  14. Physical Activity What is physical activity?Why is it important?How much is needed?How many calories are used?http://www.choosemyplate.gov/foodgroups/physicalactivity.html

  15. Interactive ToolsMyFoodapedia Daily Food Plan Food PlannerFood TrackerChild Cost Calculator

  16. For Professional UseMyPlate on Food LabelsMyPlate Graphics StandardsGetting Started with MyPlateMessage Calendar Sample Menus and Recipes Rate What YOU Ate

  17. Weight Loss What is a healthier weight? What should you eat?How much should you eat?http://www.choosemyplate.gov/STEPS/stepstoahealthierweight.html

  18. Tips & Resources GrainsVegetablesFruitsDairyProtein FoodsIncreasing Physical ActivityMenus Counting Mixed DishesEating OutVegetarian DietsTen Tips Nutrition Education

  19. TEN TIPS •Choose MyPlate•Add More Vegetables to Your Day•Focus on Fruits•Make Half Your Grains Whole•Got Your Dairy Today?•With Protein Foods, Variety Is Key•Build a Healthy Meal•Healthy Eating for Vegetarians•Smart Shopping for Veggies and Fruits•Liven up Your Meals With Vegetables and Fruits • Kid-Friendly Veggies and Fruits•Be a Healthy Role Model for Children•Cut Back on Your Kid's Sweet Treats•Salt and Sodiumhttp://www.choosemyplate.gov/downloads/

  20. MYPLATE WEBSITEShttp://www.choosemyplate.gov/http://www.choosemyplate.gov/professionals/index.htmlhttp://www.cnpp.usda.gov/Publications/MyPlate/GettingStartedWithMyPlate.pdfhttp://www.choosemyplate.gov/tipsresources/printmaterials.htmlhttp://www.choosemyplate.gov/global_nav/media_resources.htmlhttp://www.choosemyplate.gov/downloads/MyPlate/Spanish/spmyplate_coloringsheet.pdfhttp://www.choosemyplate.gov/downloads/Sample_Menus-2000Cals-DG2010.pdfhttp://www.cnpp.usda.gov/Publications/MyPlate/DG2010Brochure.pdfhttp://www.dietaryguidelines.govhttp://www.cnpp.usda.gov/Publications/DietaryGuidelines/2010/PolicyDoc/PolicyDoc.pdf

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