Make Your Plate

I believe you are referring to the "MyPlate" icon, a nutrition guide that replaced the food pyramid in the United States in 2011. The MyPlate icon is a visual representation of a well-balanced meal and offers guidelines on portion sizes and food choices.

The MyPlate icon is divided into five sections:

1. Fruits (25% of the plate): Emphasizes the importance of consuming a variety of fruits, including fresh, frozen, canned, and dried options.

2. Vegetables (30% of the plate): Promotes a variety of vegetables, such as dark green, orange, red, beans, and starchy vegetables.

3. Grains (25% of the plate): Suggests making at least half of your grain choices whole grains, such as whole wheat bread, brown rice, barley, and quinoa.

4. Protein (25% of the plate): Encourages the consumption of various protein sources, including lean meats, eggs, seafood, beans, nuts, and seeds.

5. Dairy (off to the side, since it's not consumed in the form of a slice on the plate): Advises choosing fat-free or low-fat dairy options, such as milk, yogurt, cheese, or fortified soy beverages. Plant-based dairy alternatives can also be included.

The "Make Your Plate" concept encourages Americans to consider their plate's nutritional value while promoting a healthy and balanced diet. Restaurant menus may reference MyPlate when offering healthy and portion-controlled meal options. Following the MyPlate guidelines can help you maintain a balanced and nutritious eating pattern.