What is a food guidance system released by the USDA that depicts five food groups using familiar mealtime?
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In 2011, the USDA unveiled its newest food guide icon, replacing the long-standing Food Pyramid. This visual tool, known as MyPlate, is a food guidance system released by the USDA that depicts five food groups using familiar mealtime imagery. It provides a simple, memorable framework to help Americans make healthier food choices and build a balanced diet.