Michelle Obama’s ‘MyPlate’ Makes Nutrition More Accessible To Kids
Stacked with “servings” regarding protein and fruits, the old food pyramid never really had much to offer children in terms of understanding portions. Apparently, The New York Times agrees:
Nutritionists often criticized the food pyramid, which was first released in 1992, for being either misleading or hard to understand. They gave the plate cautious praise.
Although “MyPlate” is considered much easier to understand, Marion Nestle, a professor of nutrition at New York University, has described the protein section of the plate as misleading considering that grains and dairy can also provide protein. She also points out that the majority of Americans receive far more protein than is necessary.
However, the focus on fruits and vegetables is to be applauded. Perhaps the First Lady’s revision of the food pyramid will give tots a much better idea of what true nutrition looks like.
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