Day: June 9, 2011

Well, it looks like the pyramids have finally taken up their rightful place in ancient Egypt where they belong, freeing the USDA to adopt a new icon for it’s dietary guidelines.  The ideal plate, called “My Plate”, is split four ways (fruits, vegetables, grains and proteins), with a glass of dairy by its side, and is coupled with a very clear message to American consumers: eat less, eat more fruits and vegetables, drink more water and less sugary drinks. Continue reading “The Ideal Plate”