Every five years since 1980, the federal government has released dietary guidelines, providing advice to Americans on what to ...

In 2011, the Food Pyramid was replaced by a new visual representation. "MyPlate" showed a plate divided into four uneven, color-coded sections that represented each food group's suggested serving ...

HHS doesn’t have oversight over all food and nutrition products and policies. Nor does the Food and Drug Administration, ...

Nutrition leaders sponsor National Nutrition Month in March to bring attention to simple ways to improve diet and overall health.

These guidelines—which have served as the basis for visual aids like the ubiquitous food pyramid of the 1990s and MyPlate graphic of 2011—are considered the “cornerstone” of our country ...

Dietary Guidelines for Americans emphasize plant-based proteins, water, and portion control, aiming for healthier and more sustainable food choices.

The USDA created "My Plate" food group recommendations as a replacement for the food guide pyramid. The general suggestion is that half of your plate be filled with fruits and vegetables.

In fact, many argue the food pyramid’s affinity for bread ... helped to unveil a newly designed dietary diagram called “MyPlate.” If you haven’t heard of it, you’re not alone.