Educators and Staff
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.
Choose MyPlate PowerPoint
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension.
Colorful online slide show highlighting select consumer messages from MyPlate. Downloadable PowerPoint version also available.
MyPlate Health and Nutrition Information for EducatorsUSDA. Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion.
Resource provides education materials to be used with children. Both MyPlate and archived MyPyramid resources are available as well as links to other sources.
How Should You Spend Your Calorie Salary?
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Cooperative Extension.
A teaching tool for budgeting calories throughout the day. Links to handouts and Power Point presentation
Nutrition Information Bulletin Board and Learning Experience (NIBBLE)University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Department of Nutrition.
Nutrition Information Bulletin Board and Learning Experience (NIBBLE)
is a web-based module designed for learners in adult basic education programs to use computer skills and access basic nutrition information.
Anatomy of MyPyramid (PDF | 280 KB)USDA. Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion.
Describes how the symbol can be used to teach MyPyramid's key concepts.
MyPyramid/Dietary Guidelines Resources for Staff TrainingUniversity of Missouri Extension. Family Nutrition Education Programs.
Brief tip sheets address important concepts and new aspects of MyPyramid and the 2005 Dietary Guidelines. Scroll to "MyPyramid/Dietary Guidelines Resources" for links to individual PDF files.
MyPyramid Food Intake Pattern Calorie Levels (PDF | 52 KB)USDA. Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion.
Recommended calorie levels for individuals based on age, sex, and activity level.
Sample Menu at 2000 Calorie Level (PDF | 75KB)USDA. Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion.
Gives one example of how all of the MyPyramid recommendations for food group and nutrient intake can be integrated into a weekly menu.