Part 1: Menu Planning Basics

MyPlate

The nutrition guidelines in HealthyLife® Weigh and this menu planning guide are based on USDA’s MyPlate and the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. MyPlate helps to identify how much food makes up a healthy and balanced meal by showing how different food groups take up space on a plate:

•  Make ½ of your plate fruits and vegetables.

• ¼ of your plate is lean protein.

• ¼ of your plate is a whole grain or high-fiber starch.

• Drink low-fat dairy or consume other calcium-rich foods or drinks.

Limit Sodium

Getting Started with Menu Planning

Plan MyPlate

Plan Your Week

Suggestions for Meals & Snacks

Improve a Packaged Meal

Eating Out

Map Your Meal Plan

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