On June 2 the United States Department of Agriculture released a new food guide, akin to the classic Food Pyramid, this time called a Food Plate. The new graphic emphasizes portion control, although the size of the plate is not specified. It encourages lots of vegetables, which critics like. The web site contains further information, including sensible advice about eating less and avoiding fat and sodium. I think the information sections – including the info on protein, which encourages plant-based proteins – are a great step in the right direction.This new design does away with the exercise message of the pervious pyramid. The guidelines do not discourage processed foods or encourage whole foods, although SF Gate says, “Let's give USDA credit for going as far as it could without directly confronting the processed-food and soft-drink industries.” The plate shape doesn’t provide information about how much of each group to eat in a day, or how to eat meals that aren’t served in that arrangement. It’s not perfect, but we can’t expect perfection. Do you think the Food Plate will help guide Americans to make better choices in their diet?
Maybe in other countries, but not fat ass Americans!!
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Maybe in other countries, but not fat ass Americans!!