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What are the basic four food groups 1956?

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Introduced by the USDA to simplify dietary advice, the 'Basic Four' were the official guidelines in 1956 and remained influential for over two decades. This model, which replaced the more complex 'Basic Seven' wartime guide, categorized food into four essential groups to help Americans ensure they were eating a balanced diet.