Move over food pyramid, there's a new logo in town. The new "plate" logo, introduced by the USDA today, is a simpler way to look at nutrition and reflects new USDA dietary guidelines.
Here are the basics.
Balancing Calories:
- Enjoy your food, but eat less
- Avoid oversized portions
Food to Increase:
- Make half of your plate fruits and vegetables
- Make at least half of 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 foods with lower numbers.
- Drink water instead of sugary drinks.
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What do you think? Is the new plate better than the old food pyramid? Do you agree with the simpler nutritional guidelines?