What is the modern day food pyramid? An evolution to MyPlate
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The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) replaced the iconic food pyramid in 2011 with a new visual tool to help people make healthier food choices. This modern guide, called MyPlate, uses a familiar mealtime image to illustrate the five food groups, offering a simpler, more balanced approach to nutrition than its predecessor, which some found confusing and outdated.
