The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently updated the historic food pyramid. Their new Web site, www.mypyramid.gov, now features food guidelines that can be customized for men and women of all ages.

Visitors can use the MyPyramid Plan box to enter their age, gender and activity level and receive an estimate of what and how much they should be eating.

The USDA's Web site encourages people to make smart choices from every food group and to find a balance between eating right and exercising. Additional features of the site include:

• Tour MyPyramid
  
  • Take a tour of the new pyramid in this animated feature.
• Inside the Pyramid
  
  • Explore the pyramid to learn about the food groups and to see how much physical activity you should be getting.
• Tips and Resources
  • Learn how to make MyPyramid work for you. Find a wealth of ideas that can help you get started toward a healthy diet. There are tips for each food group, physical activity, eating out, a sample menu and more.

To create your own MyPyramid Plan, visit www.mypyramid.gov.

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