2.2 MyPlate: Guidelines For Me

Objectives & Vocab​

• ​Define nutrition

• Identify the Dietary Guidelines for Americans

• Explore MyPlate to determine recommendations for themselves

• ​Dietary Guidelines for Americans

• MyPlate

• Nutrition

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What are the 5 food groups?

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​The food you eat plays an important role in your life. Suppose you do not eat or drink anything for two days.

1. How would you feel?
   

2. Would you be able to perform your daily tasks, such as studying and playing?
   

3. Why is food and drink so important for life?

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• ​MyPlate is the current nutrition guide published by the USDA's Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion.

• MyPlate is an image of a place setting with a plate and glass divided into five food groups. ​

• MyPlate is based on the U.S. Dietary Guidelines which are updated every 10 years. ​

• Use MyPlate to build your healthy eating style and maintain it for a lifetime. 

• Choose foods and beverages from each MyPlate food group. 

• Make sure your choices are limited in sodium, saturated fat, and added sugars. 

• Start with small changes to make healthier choices you can enjoy.

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Daily Nutritional Requirements for 9- to 13-Year-Olds​

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