Food and Nutrition Facts

ABC's for Good Health

Aim, Build, Choose

Aim for fitness
  • Aim for a healthy weight.
  • Be physically active each day.
Build a healthy base
  • Let the Pyramid guide your food choices.
  • Choose a variety of grains daily, especially whole grains.
  • Choose a variety of fruits and vegetables daily.
  • Keep food safe to eat.
Choose Sensibly
  • Choose a diet that is low in saturated fat and cholesterol and moderate in total fat.
  • Choose beverages and foods to moderate your intake of sugars.
  • Choose and prepare foods with less salt.
Source: Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2000.

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