Eating Well

Food Pyramids

USDA MyPyramid

The United States Department of Agriculture designed this pyramid in 2005 for Americans to follow to achieve optimal health.

usda MyPyramid

However, they also have more detailed and specific food pyramids for certain groups of people:

  • USDA MyPyramid for Kids
  • USDA MyPyramid for Older Adults
  • USDA MyPyramid for Breastfeeding Women
  • USDA MyPyramid for Pregnant Women

Visit http://www.mypyramid.gov/pyramid/index.html to learn more about each.