The MyPyramid symbol (Figure 1) is simple and does not provide diet guidance detail; one must use MyPyramid.gov or print materials for specific dietary guidance. Hence, active participation by a ...

Released June 2, 2011, the USDA’s MyPlate, the replacement for MyPyramid, represents seven key consumer messages from the 2010 Dietary Guidelines. According to the USDA, making changes in three ...

Total fat intake 0 to 10 ≤ 30% energy from fat ≥ 45% energy from fat Saturated fat intake 0 to 10 < 10% energy from saturated fat ≥ 15% energy from saturated fat Cholesterol intake 0 to 10 ...

Along with the 2005 pyramids, the Department of Agriculture created a Web-based computer program, MyPyramid, which allows users to calculate the amount of nutrients and exercise they need. As many ...