Know the food Pyramid facts
Prof. Dr. Jorge R.
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Prof. Dr. Jorge R.
President of Academy of Public Policies & Ambassador at United Nations
The USDA Food Guide Pyramid offers basic recommendations to help you eat sensible portions and well-balanced meals.
Let the Pyramid guide you-by choosing whole grains, a variety of fruits and vegetables, and by limiting sugar and saturated fat.
Some experts advise eating less red meat and refined grains.
The USDA is releasing a revised Pyramid in 2005.