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Food guide pyramid The U.S. Department of Agriculture's newest food pyramid guide, called MyPyramid,�encourages consumers to�make healthier food choices and to get regular exercise.�Unlike the older model, food�groups are arranged in vertically bands, instead of horizontal ones. Band width indicates portion size. The wider the band, the more food from that group you should eat.
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| Review Date: 4/22/2005
Reviewed By: A.D.A.M. Editorial.
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