What is the current visual nutrition guide published by the USDA Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion?

• A. MyPyramid
• B. MyPlate
• C. Food Guide Pyramid
• D. Healthy Plate

Answer: (B)

A plate-based approach to visualize balanced meals is the idea behind the current guide. The USDA Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion published MyPlate as the official visual nutrition guide, launching in 2011 to replace the older pyramid model. It shows a plate divided into sections for fruits, vegetables, grains, and protein, with a small cup representing dairy, to emphasize proportion and everyday eating patterns. This plate format helps people picture how a typical meal should look and informs daily choices, making it the present standard. Earlier versions included the Food Guide Pyramid and MyPyramid, while Healthy Plate is not an official USDA model.