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MyPlate Resources

MyPlate is a reminder to find and build your healthy eating style. It offers useful resources and tools for tracking your food intake and physical activity.

  • Food Group Gallery

    Browse examples of foods in each food group.

    • USDA, Food and Nutrition Service, Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion
  • Life Stages

    Find nutrition recommendations and resources for every stage of life.

    • USDA, Food and Nutrition Service, Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion
  • MyPlate on Alexa

    Enable the MyPlate Alexa Skill on your Alexa device or app to receive healthy eating tips for feeding babies and toddlers.

    • USDA, Food and Nutrition Service, Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion
  • MyPlate Plan

    The MyPlate Plan shows your food group targets – what and how much to eat within your calorie allowance. Your plan is personalized, based on your age, sex, height, weight and physical activity level. 

    • USDA, Food and Nutrition Service, Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion
  • MyPlate Print Materials

    Browse the MyPlate collection of printable tip sheets and resources. These materials are in the public domain.

    • USDA, Food and Nutrition Service, Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion
  • MyPlate Quiz

    Find out if you are making every bite count and get personalized nutrition resources.

    • USDA, Food and Nutrition Service, Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion
  • Shop Simple with MyPlate

    Get ideas of budget-friendly foods and ways to prepare them. Plus, find savings and stores that accept Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits near you.

    • USDA, Food and Nutrition Service, Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion
  • Start Simple with MyPlate App

    Use the Start Simple with MyPlate app to set healthy eating goals, track your progress, and celebrate success.

    • USDA, Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, Food and Nutrition Service
  • What is MyPlate?

    Learn how MyPlate can help you to build a healthy eating routine.

    • USDA, Food and Nutrition Service, Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion
  • Healthy Snacking With MyPlate

    Use these tips to choose snacks that are full of nutrients and limited in added sugars, saturated fat, and sodium. 

    • USDA, Food and Nutrition Service, Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion