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MyPlate- MyPlate was released in June 2011.- Recommendations are for 2 years of age and older.

On Your NotesFor each section of MyPlate:• Write the FOOD GROUP• Write the COLOR• Write the KEY

CONSUMER MESSAGE• Write the DAILY

SERVING SIZE

Fruits Group1. Use fruits as snacks,

salads or desserts.2. Choose whole or cut

up fruits more often than fruit juice.

Key Consumer Message:Make half your plate fruits and vegetables. Boys 9-13 1 ½ c. daily

Boys 14-18 2 c. daily

Girls 9-18 1 ½ c. daily

Vegetables Group1. Choose fresh, frozen,

canned or dried.Key Consumer Message:

Eat red, orange and dark green vegetables.

Boys 9-13 2 ½ c. dailyBoys 14-18 3 c. dailyGirls 9-13 2 c. daily

Girls 14-18 2 ½ c. daily

Protein Group1. Choose a variety of

different protein sources. 2. In place of some meat and

poultry, choose 8 oz. seafood per week.

3. Try grilling, broiling, poaching or roasting.

Key Consumer Message:Keep meat and poultry portions small and lean.

Boys 9-13 5 oz. dailyBoys 14-18 6 ½ oz. dailyGirls 9-18 5 oz. daily

Grains Group1. Choose 100% whole

grain cereals, breads, crackers, rice and pasta.

2. Check the ingredients list on food packages to find whole grain foods.

Key Consumer Message:Make half your grains whole grains.

Grains Whole Grains

Boys 9-13 6 oz. daily 3 oz. dailyBoys 14-18 8 oz. daily 4 oz. daily Girls 9-13 5 oz. daily 2.5 oz. dailyGirls 14-18 6 oz. daily 3 oz. daily

Dairy Group1. Low-fat or fat-free dairy

products have the same amount of calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk, but less fat and calories.

Key Consumer Message:Switch to low-fat or fat-free milk. Get your calcium rich foods.

Boys 9-18 3 c. daily

Girls 9-18 3 c. daily

Meal Video

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w3PjdiWNZ6E&feature=player_embedded

10 Tips to A Great Plate

Choosemyplate.gov

1. Balance Calories

• Find out how many calories YOU need for a day

• Being physically active also helps you balance calories

Gender & Age Daily Caloric Needs

Boys 9-13 1,800

Boys 14-18 2,200

Girls 9-13 1,600

Girls 14-18 1,800

2. Enjoy your food, but eat less

• Take time to fully enjoy your food• Stay focused on your food• Pay attention to hunger and fullness cues

3. Avoid Oversized Portions

• Use a smaller plate, bowl, and glass• Portion out foods before you eat• When eating out

– Choose a smaller size– Share a dish– Take part home

4. Foods to Eat More Often

• Eat more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fat-free or 1% milk and dairy products

5. Make Half Your Plate Fruits and Vegetables

• Red, Orange and Dark green vegetables• Add fruit to meals

– Main dish– Side dish– Dessert

6. Switch to Fat-free or Low-fat (1%) Milk

• Have the same amount of calcium and nutrients as whole milk but fewer calories and less saturated fat

7. Make Half Your Grains Whole Grains

• Substitute whole-grains for a refined product– Whole-wheat bread instead of white bread

8. Foods to Eat Less Often

• Cut back on foods high in solid fats, added sugars, and salt– Cake– Cookies– Ice cream– Candy– Sweetened drinks– Pizza– Ribs– Sausage– Bacon– Hot Dogs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sSDMX95BfSQ

9. Compare Sodium in Foods

• Use food labels to choose lower sodium versions of foods

• Select canned foods labeled– “low sodium”– “reduced sodium”– “no salt added”

10. Drink Water Instead of Sugary Drinks

• Cut calories by drinking water or unsweetened beverages

• Soda, energy drinks, and sports drinks are a major source of added sugar and calories

MY PLATE MEAL ACTIVITY

You will be creating one meal that includes something from every food group. You will then glue or draw those items on a paper plate to create your own MyPlate Meal. Write the details of your meal on the back.

Requirement Points Possible

Points Earned

Draw and color each section of the plate cup (May be just an outline).

5

Label each section of the plate/cup with the appropriate food group.

5

Glue/draw pictures of food items on the plate. Each section must have something in it.

5

Write portion sized/ amounts next to each food item (Ex: 3 oz chicken, 1 c milk, 1 piece of bread. etc.)

5

Requirement Points Possible

Points Earned

Identify which meal you’ve create (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

2

Explain what parts of the meal you’ve created (what is the main dish, sides, drink, etc.)

5

Explain in a minimum of 3 sentences how this meal fits with the Dietary Guidelines we’ve learned about.

6

On the Front On the Back