This year’s Nutrition Month theme is “Get Your Plate in Shape.” That means making good nutrition choices which includes filling half your plate with fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables are relatively low in calories and are associated with the reduced risk of chronic disease. As you grocery shop each week, try to choose one […]
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Goodbye Food Pyramid…….Hello My Plate
Have you noticed the new MyPlate icon? It replaced the Food Pyramid which we have become accustomed to seeing on food labels and nutrition education materials. The new plate was released in June of this year and is pictured to the left. Look for this icon as you continue to read food labels. The MyPlate icon is […]