The food pyramid was designed to offer an easy-to-understand look at healthy eating, but for the average person it's too simplistic, vague, and sometimes way off.

This group consists of all the food items that dietitians, nutritionists, doctors, parents and elders keep on forcing kids to eat but they seldom listen. One should have at least 3-5 servings of ...

In 2011, the U.S. food pyramid received its first-ever makeover since its creation in 1992. The triangular diagram, which was originally built on a foundation of bread, crackers and cereal, was ...

Let the Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight Pyramid be your guide to making smart eating choices. It's pretty simple to use. The goal ...

Here’s a quick quiz: What took the place of the food pyramid, the government guide to healthy eating that stood for nearly 20 years? If you’re stumped, you’re not alone.

From pyramid to plate, the nation’s food icon has received a face-lift. The new MyPlate graphic promises to be more user-friendly and is paired with online tools and resources to help Americans ...