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“Food is a big part of it.” The food pyramid is just the latest function of government where climate change looms large after years of not being a consideration.
We're all familiar with the food pyramid, the federal government's pictorial guide for nutritional health that showcases the four major food groups in order of importance and proportion. Recently ...
Unlike the old pyramid, which was designed to represent government nutrition advice in one quick bite, this version requires an interactive Web site to provide information.
The Australian food pyramid: Where did it come from and why do we use it? It’s been a familiar sight in classrooms and doctors’ offices for decades — but there’s a bizarre reason why ...
What America's food pyramid has to do with the hot topic of climate change.
Live Science looked at food-based dietary recommendations from 70 countries around the world, and found that shapes and styles vary.
Recipes to help you meet the new Food Pyramid guidelines. June 2, 2011— -- First lady Michelle Obama, Surgeon General Regina Benjamin and Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack today unveiled a ...
UDSA / ChooseMyPlate.govThe new food plate icon is designed to replace the USDA's food pyramid as a symbol and guide for healthy eating.
The campaign centers around a modern day food pyramid, which is based on the country's most recent nutritional guidelines. And guess what?
Last week, first lady Michelle Obama and the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced the new "MyPlate" design -- which will replace the well-known food pyramid -- to guide U.S. residents' eating ...