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MyPlate Tip Sheets

MyPlate Tip Sheets

MyPlate tip sheets cover a variety of topics. 

Start Simple with MyPlate

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Start Simple with MyPlate

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Food Groups

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Focus on Whole Fruits

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Vary Your Veggies

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Make Half Your Grains Whole Grains

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Vary Your Protein Routine

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Move to Low-Fat or Fat-Free Milk or Yogurt

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Life Stages

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Healthy Eating for Women Who Are Pregnant or Breastfeeding

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Healthy Eating for Infants

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Healthy Eating for Toddlers

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Healthy Eating for Preschoolers

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Healthy Eating for Kids

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Healthy Eating for Teens

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Healthy Eating for Young Adults

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Healthy Eating for Adults

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Healthy Eating for Older Adults

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Healthy Eating for Families

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Limits

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Cut Back on Added Sugars

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Rethink Fats

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Be Salt Smart

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Other Topics

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Celebrations and Gatherings

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Dine Out / Take Out

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Eat Healthy on a Budget

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Enjoy Vegetarian Meals

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Grocery Shopping

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Healthy Food Preparation

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Healthy Snacking with MyPlate

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Kitchen Time-Savers

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Make Better Beverage Choices

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Meal Planning

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Shop Simple with MyPlate

Find savings in your area and discover new ways to prepare budget-friendly foods.

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MyPlate on Alexa

Get MyPlate nutrition tips on Amazon Alexa devices or the free Alexa app.

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Start Simple with MyPlate App

Build healthy eating habits one goal at a time! Download the Start Simple with MyPlate app today.

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MyPlate.gov is based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025