Introducing ChooseMyPlate.gov
By: Becky Bracken
Published: June 2, 2011

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?