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Nutritional Guidelines Evolution

  • Period: to

    Food Choices

    This time-period marks the beginning of the government giving suggestions for food.
  • Protective Foods

    Protective Foods
    During the 1930s, food selection guides were given to help protect people from the inside.
  • Basic 7

    Basic 7
    The basic 7 food groups were introduced. This guideline included what was needed in a day, but lacked serving sizes.
  • A Daily Food Guide

    A Daily Food Guide
    This guideline suggested eating the 4 main food groups, but did not specify how many calories should be consumed daily.
  • Daily Food Guide

    Daily Food Guide
    This guidline was created to include the moderate amount of fats, sweets, and alcohol.
  • Food Wheel Introduced

    Food Wheel Introduced
    5 food groups introduced along with the amounts needed for an adequate diet
  • Food Guide Pyramid

    Food Guide Pyramid
    The food guide pyramid was introduced to show moderation, variety and portion.
  • MyPyramid

    MyPyramid
    A simplified illustrated pyramid that incorporated a fats and oils section along with daily exercise.
  • MyPlate

    MyPlate
    A different shape that is easily understood is created. This symbol focuses on healthy eating rather than specific amounts or groups. Brief Video about MyPlate A Brief History of USDA Food Guides. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.choosemyplate.gov/eathealthy/brief-history-usda-food-guides
  • What the Experts Say About the 2015 Guidelines

    What the Experts Say About the 2015 Guidelines
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