Find ready to use materials for educating adults, children and educators/staff on MyPlate and the Dietary Guidelines for Americans or on other general nutrition topics.
MyPlate, Dietary Guidelines and General Nutrition
ChooseMyPlate.gov
USDA. Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion.
Website 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.
MyPlate SuperTrackerUSDA. Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion.
This NEW tracking tool allows individuals to create their own profile and personalized nutrition and physical activity plan. Food intake and physical activity can also be tracked daily. This resource includes a food database, weight management tips, a personal goals section, and individualized reports.
Eating Healthy on a BudgetUSDA. Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion.
Eating healthy doesn't have to cost more. Use these tips and materials to help you make choices that are not only healthy but also economical.
30 MyPlate Steps to a Healthier YouUniversity of Nebraska - Lincoln Extension.
This one-page handout compiles tips from http://www.choosemyplate.gov. Tips are arranged in a calendar-like format, with one for each day of the month to help users take steps toward healthier lifestyles.
MyPlate PosterUniversity of Missouri Extension.
This 20- by 30-inch, four-color poster includes the MyPlate graphic as well as actionable consumer message at the bottom that offer consumers ways to make healthy food choices. Options include downloading the PDF version (826KB) or ordering printed copies at 3.00 each. Also available is a similar version, the MyPlate Food Poster, which has a bottom section with images of the food groups and healthy choices available within each group. This version can also be downloaded as a PDF (2.0MB) or ordered online.
MyPlate StickersUniversity of Missouri Extension.
This three- by three-inch, four-color sticker of the MyPlate graphic helps promote healthy food choices and the basic principles of MyPlate. It is appropriate for all audiences. Stickers can be ordered at the price of $30 for a roll of 500. A PDF version (234MB) of the publication can be downloaded for free.
Let's Eat for the Health of It (PDF | 967 KB)Department of Health and Human Services; Department of Agriculture.
Consumer Brochure based on the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans and MyPlate nutrition guide.
My Native PlateIndian Health Service.
Designed for Native audiences and based on the USDA's MyPlate design, this two-page tool shows three easy steps to knowing how much to eat. The front page features a dinner plate. The back shows youth, breakfast, lunch and optional dinner plates. Resource is best if printed as full-color 11x17. Direct link to front page (PDF 998KB) and back page (PDF 1.72MB).
Ten Tips Nutrition Education SeriesUSDA. Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion.
Printable tip sheets for consumers and professionals that are perfect for posting on a refrigerator. Also available in Spanish.
Eat Healthy, Be Active Community WorkshopsHealth.gov
These six one-hour workshops are based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010 and 2008 Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans. Each workshop includes a lesson plan, learning objectives, talking points, hands-on activities, and handouts. The workshops are designed to teach to adults in a wide variety of community settings.
Name that Food!
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension.
Most of us eat at least 3 times a day. How much do we really know about the foods we eat? Play "Name that Food" with groups and find out!
MyPyramid 101 (PDF | 2.2 MB)University of Missouri Extension. Family Nutrition Education Programs.
A 24-page packet providing basic information on MyPyramid. Includes Anatomy of MyPyramid, Questions and Answers, MyPyramid for Adults and for Youths, Food Groups in Focus, and Mixed Dishes.
MyPyramid Food Intake Patterns (PDF | 40 KB)USDA. Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion.
A breakdown of how many servings from each food group an individual should eat based on various Calorie levels. The amounts to eat are based on a person's age, sex, and activity level.
MyPyramid HandoutsNorth Dakota State University Agriculture and University Extension. Nutrition-Food Safety-Health.
Handouts developed for an various age groups. Includes "ball park" estimate for MyPyramid plans.
MyPyramid ResourcesUniversity of Florida. Department of Family, Youth and Community.
Supplemental MyPyramid materials created as part of the focus on Health and Nutrition for Florida Citizens, but may be used with other audiences. Links to materials available in English and Spanish.
Your Personal Path to Health: Steps to a Healthier You (PDF | 579KB)USDA. Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion.
Booklet explains how to put MyPyramid into action! Includes tips from each food group, how to balance eating out and eating sweets and treats, and how to fit in exercise.
Ethnic/Cultural Food Guide PyramidsUSDA. NAL. Food and Nutrition Information Center.
Provides links to "alternative" Food Guide Pyramids that emphasize foods eaten by various cultural/ethnic groups.
MyPyramid Table Tent (PDF | 1.1 MB)
Iowa State University Extension.
8.5 x 11" page with instructions for cutting out image to form a MyPyramid table tent. Also available in black and white (PDF 5.4MB).
