1. Guidelines for eating right Active Living Dietary Guidelines A set of recommendations about smart eating and planned activity.

2. Dietary Guidelines USDA United States Department of Agriculture HHS Department of Health and Human Services Provide science based advice for healthful eating

3. Key Guidelines Make Smart Choices from every food group. –Grains –Vegetables –Fruits –Dairy –Meats and Beans

4. Find your balance between food and Activity Get plenty of exercise 60 minutes of activity a day

5. Get the most nutrients out of your calories Eat nutrient dense foods Limit empty calories

6. Two Tools for Healthy Eating My Pyramid- an interactive guide to healthful eating and active living. Nutrition Facts Label- provides information about the ingredients and nutritional value of foods

7. My Pyramid

8. Nutrition Facts Label