Find information and resources that provide background and support for nutrition education efforts with adults, including survey data and statistics, nutrition guidance documents including the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs), and online tools.
Adult Nutrition
USDA Nutrition Communicators NetworkUSDA. Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion.
The Nutrition Communicators Network provides an opportunity for organizations to join together in helping promote the Dietary Guidelines. Members are notified when new materials are available and will be listed as a "partner" on the MyPlate Web page.
ChooseMyPlate.gov
USDA. Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion.
Web site features practical information and tips to help Americans build healthier diets based on USDA's new food guidance icon, MyPlate. MyPlate replaces MyPyramid as the government's primary food group symbol and is designed to remind Americans to eat healthfully. Various MyPlate materials are available in Spanish.
Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010
U.S. Department of Agriculture; Department of Health and Human Services.
Provides science-based nutrition guidance for Americans ages 2 and older to promote healthy lifestyles and dietary habits.
- Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010.
Also in PDF|3 MB.- Executive Summary (Includes Key Recommendations). (PDF|227 KB)
- Backgrounder. (PDF|40 KB)
- Questions and Answers. (PDF|358 KB)
- Selected Messages for Consumers. (PDF|165 KB)
MyPlate - Current Materials for ProfessionalsUSDA. Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion.
The main concepts professionals need to know regarding MyPlate, including a guide to getting started and a history of U.S. food guides.
