The USDA food pyramid has been the iconic symbol of nutritious eating for decades. Now in the midst of an obesity epidemic, the USDA decided it was time to give the old food pyramid a new make-over.
 | No longer limited to the four food groups, MyPyramid takes physical activity and the importance of good fats into account when making recommendations. Use MyPyramid to help you define, shop for, prepare and eat the number of servings you need from each food group each day. |
 | You probably don't want to eat brown rice with every meal, but you certainly do want to eat healthfully. |
Is the FDA Food Guide Killing America? Why do so many Americans assume that a product bearing the stamp of "FDA approval" is safe and wholesome to eat? |
We all know that eating right, keeping our bodies hydrated and exercise is the key the staying healthy and fit, but following the Food Pyramid is easier said than done. |
The growing body of a preschooler doesn't have the same dietary needs as that of an adult. Following the Food Guide Pyramid for Kids entails making sure young children get enough of the basic food groups without skipping over those discretionary calories, and the occasional treat, too. |
