USDA to Reveal Updated Food Guide Pyramid

In the continued effort to help Americans improve their overal health, the USDA wil announce a new icon and approach for the Food Guide Pyramid on June 2nd, 2011. The rationale behind re-vamping the look and feel of the Pyramid is that the current Pyramid does not attract much attention from the public.

The new Food Guide Pyramid approach will involve major marketing of the new icon and how-to suggestions on healthier lifestyle choices. Here is a sampling:

• enjoy your food but eat less


• avoid oversized portions


• make half of your plate fruits and vegetables


• switch to fat-free or low-fat milk


• choose lower sodium foods


• drink water instead of sugary drinks

If you've ever talked with me or another registered dietitian about healthy nutrition, you've probably heard a few of those suggestions!

See: http://www.webmd.com/diet/news/20110526/food-pyramid-replacement-coming-june-2 for more information.