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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 Lori Matyjas CT Department of Education
MyPlate released in June, 2011replaces the Food Pyramid and is part of the New US Dietary Guidelines
My Plate WEBSITES http://www.choosemyplate.gov/ http://www.cnpp.usda.gov/Publications/MyPlate/GettingStartedWithMyPlate.pdf
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.
FOOD GROUPS FRUITS VEGETABLES GRAINS PROTEINS DAIRY
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
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
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
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
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
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
Empty CaloriesWhat are "empty calories"?What are "solid fats"?What are "added sugars"?http://www.choosemyplate.gov/foodgroups/emptycalories.html
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
Interactive ToolsMyFoodapedia Daily Food Plan Food PlannerFood TrackerChild Cost Calculator
For Professional UseMyPlate on Food LabelsMyPlate Graphics StandardsGetting Started with MyPlateMessage Calendar Sample Menus and Recipes Rate What YOU Ate
Weight Loss What is a healthier weight? What should you eat?How much should you eat?http://www.choosemyplate.gov/STEPS/stepstoahealthierweight.html
Tips & Resources GrainsVegetablesFruitsDairyProtein FoodsIncreasing Physical ActivityMenus Counting Mixed DishesEating OutVegetarian DietsTen Tips Nutrition Education
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/
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