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is a quick, simple reminder to help people think about food choices to lead healthier lifestyles.

USDA, Washington, DC · http://www.ChooseMyPlate.gov

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  1. 8h

    How much water? Let your thirst be your guide. Water is important but everyone’s needs are different.

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  2. 9h

    Parents & Teachers of in grades 1-2 >>> Here's Serving Up MyPlate - a resource from Team Nutrition

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  3. 10h

    Enjoy drinking 'mocktails' to reduce the calories from alchoholic beverages. Or fill your glass with ice + a splash of a beverage

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  4. 17h

    Plan to make your 'sweetie' something special. Remember it doesn't have to be sweet to be a hit!

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  5. 12 Feb

    What could be sweeter than strawberries? When sliced, they make a perfect heart-shaped topping for chocolate pudding.

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  6. 12 Feb

    Fill a plate with whole-wheat pancakes. Put paper hearts on each & sprinkle with powdered sugar. Remove paper hearts & serve with love

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  7. 11 Feb

    Find amounts of food you need at or SuperTracker. Both explain total food amounts (not servings) you need daily

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  8. 11 Feb

    Nuts, seeds, beans & seafood = great protein foods for meals How do you get a variety of protein foods?

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  9. 11 Feb

    Find amounts of food you need at or SuperTracker. Both explain total food amounts (not servings) you need daily

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  10. 10 Feb

    Eating at least 3 ounce equivalents a day of whole grains may help with management

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  11. 10 Feb

    Are you 1 of the million people using to log food & exercise? If not, sign up here:

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  12. 9 Feb

    Enjoy a favorite sweetened beverage in moderation. Cutting back on the amount will save you calories

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  13. 9 Feb

    Need a low-cost, healthy idea for dinner tonight? Search the Recipe Finder

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  14. 8 Feb

    Choose one: Dessert or a Drink – not both. Adults and children take in about 400 calories per day from beverages

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  15. 8 Feb

    Just like food, beverages contain Nutrition Facts labels with info on total sugar, fat & calories. Review the label before you buy

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  16. 7 Feb

    Add frozen fruit juice ice cubes to plain soda water to add a little zip to your drink

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  17. 7 Feb

    Convenience costs...go back to the basics & skip frozen dinners, pre-cut vegetables & instant rice, oatmeal or grits Spend time & save $

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  18. 6 Feb

    Roast cauliflower florets & sliced onions, herbs & a bit of olive oil for 35 minutes degrees Stir a few times & sprinkle on Parmesan

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  19. 6 Feb

    Show others by doing. Eat fruit everyday with meals or as snacks.

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  20. 6 Feb

    NEW Resource for >>> Serving Up MyPlate resources grades 1-6 from Team Nutrition

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