Choose My Plate

MyPlate, based on 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, illustrates the five food groups using a familiar mealtime visual, a place setting. MyPlate is designed to remind Americans to eat healthfully. Click here for more information.

Balancing Calories

• Enjoy your food, but eat less.
• Avoid oversized portions.

Foods to Increase

• Make half your plate fruits and vegetables.
• Make at least half your grains whole grains.
• Switch to fat-free or low-fat (1%) milk.

Foods to Reduce

• Compare sodium in foods like soup, bread, and frozen meals and choose the foods with lower numbers.
• Drink water instead of sugary drinks.