The U.S. Department of Agriculture kicks off a month-long celebration marking 10 years since the introduction of the MyPlate nutrition guidance symbol, which helps consumers make healthy food choices.

, has replaced the USDA Food Pyramid as the premier guide to more healthful eating. The MyPlate message is designed around the five food groups people should eat every day: fruits, vegetables, grains, ...

The MyPlate meal plan is a visual guide to healthy eating based on the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Dietary Guidelines for Americans. It’s designed to help you create balanced meals ...

It’s helpful. It’s unnecessary. Here’s a closer look at what’s included in the USDA’s food groups included in the new MyPlate healthy eating icon — fruits, vegetables, protein, grains and dairy.