List of nutrition guides
== List of Nutrition Guides ==
Nutrition guides are tools designed to provide information on healthy eating habits and nutritional requirements. These guides are often created by governmental health departments, educational institutions, and health organizations to help individuals make informed dietary choices. Below is a list of notable nutrition guides from around the world.
United States[edit | edit source]
- MyPlate: Developed by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), MyPlate is a visual representation of the five food groups that are essential for a balanced diet. It replaced the Food Pyramid in 2011.
- Dietary Guidelines for Americans: Published every five years by the USDA and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), these guidelines provide advice on dietary habits to promote health and prevent chronic diseases.
Canada[edit | edit source]
- Canada's Food Guide: Issued by Health Canada, this guide provides recommendations on food choices and eating habits to promote overall health and well-being.
United Kingdom[edit | edit source]
- Eatwell Guide: Created by Public Health England, the Eatwell Guide illustrates the proportions of different types of foods needed for a healthy, balanced diet.
Australia[edit | edit source]
- Australian Guide to Healthy Eating: Developed by the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC), this guide provides advice on the types and amounts of foods that are recommended for a healthy diet.
Japan[edit | edit source]
- Japanese Food Guide Spinning Top: Created by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare and the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, this guide uses a spinning top to represent the balance and variety of foods needed for a healthy diet.
India[edit | edit source]
- My Plate for the Day: Developed by the National Institute of Nutrition, this guide provides dietary recommendations based on traditional Indian foods and eating habits.
International[edit | edit source]
- World Health Organization (WHO) Nutrition Guides: The WHO provides global guidelines on nutrition and healthy eating to combat malnutrition and promote health worldwide.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Nutrition
- Balanced diet
- Diet (nutrition)
- Food pyramid (nutrition)
- Healthy eating pyramid
- Nutritional epidemiology
- Public health
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