Choose My Plate: How Are Oils Different From Solid Fats?

The Spanish-language version of the U.S. government's online nutrition guide Choose My Plate makes it possible for Spanish speakers to access information about eating a nutritious diet and staying physically active.

Find notes at this website that will help you eat whole grains at meals and for snacks. Includes tips for reading food labels and teaching young children how to make healthy food choices.

This website defines "oils" and provides examples. It also names some of the uses for oils as well as sources.

Find out that examples of solid fats are butter and beef tallow. Learn about foods that are high in solid fats, and learn what solid fats contain that can negatively affect your health.

In addition to providing a definition of "added sugars," this website includes examples of foods that contain added sugars and different names for added sugars that you can find while reading food labels.

Learn how much physical activity you should partake in every day in order to maintain good health and weight in this brief essay. Also learn when it is necessary to consult your physician before starting a physical activity routine.

Information about the fruit group, including what foods are included and how much of various fruits counts as a cup.

There are two types of grains: whole grains and refined grains. Learn about each and find examples. Click on the "Grains Food Gallery" link to see examples, images, and serving sizes of different grains.

How does milk help maintain health? What nutrients are present in dairy products like milk, cheese, and yogurt? Find the answers to these questions and more.

Learn what foods are in the dairy group and how much of each amounts to one serving.