Read these articles, I think they will bolster your energy as you continue your work to support physical activity programs and changes within your communities. No 4, pgs. On March 25, the USDA released the Food guide Pyramid for Young Children. It is an adaptation of the original pyramid, with simplified messages and a focus on the food preferences and nutrition requirements of children two to six years old. The key message of the Food guide Pyramid for Young Children is variety.
Fat restriction is deemphasized.
The graphic shows foods that are commonly eaten by young children and foods they need to eat more often. Food group names have been simplified, and the number of servings recommended is a single number rather than a range. Pictures of children playing around the Pyramid reinforce the message that eating and physical activity go hand in hand. To maximize the effectiveness of medical nutrition therapy, it is essential that professionals be able to apply nutrition research to clinical practice. Outcomes improve when all components of diabetes management are balanced and integrated into an effective management plan.