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How to put the Food Guide Pyramid into practice
C Achterberg1, E McDonnell, R Bagby
1Penn State Nutrition Center, Pennsylvania State University, University Park 16802.
Journal of the American Dietetic Association
|September 1, 1994
Summary
The Food Guide Pyramid offers a new approach to nutrition education, emphasizing total diet and addressing both over and undernutrition. Educators must adapt teaching methods and materials for diverse audiences to effectively implement its guidelines.
Area of Science:
- Nutrition Education
- Public Health Guidelines
Background:
- The Food Guide Pyramid signifies a shift from previous food guides that focused on a foundation diet.
- It represents the total diet, addressing concerns of overnutrition and undernutrition.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the key changes embodied by the Food Guide Pyramid.
- To provide practical ideas and suggestions for nutrition educators and practitioners using the Pyramid in practice settings.
Main Methods:
- The article reviews the conceptual shifts introduced by the Food Guide Pyramid.
- It discusses the implications for nutrition education content, focus, and delivery.
- Suggestions are provided for adapting educational materials for diverse audiences.
Main Results:
- The Food Guide Pyramid illustrates the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, emphasizing variety, moderation, and proportionality.
- Effective use requires adapting messages for different audiences and ensuring materials are clear, consistent, motivational, and culturally sensitive.
Conclusions:
- Nutrition educators face challenges in adapting their teaching strategies and materials for the Food Guide Pyramid.
- Developing effective, culturally sensitive resources is crucial for translating the Pyramid's messages into actionable dietary practices.