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Transcript: QUESTIONS & ANSWERS :THE FOOD GUIDE PYRAMID FOR YOUNG CHILDREN
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- Regulatory Intelligence Data
- Article date:
- March 24, 1999
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Why did USDA develop a Pyramid for young children?
The Food Guide Pyramid for Young Children was developed to help improve
the diets of young children two to six years old. An adaptation of
the
original Food Guide Pyramid was needed because young children have
unique
food patterns and needs, and many young children are not eating healthful
diets. In addition, early food experiences are crucial to food preferences
and patterns throughout life. USDA receives numerous requests for
information
about feeding young children and how to use the Food Guide Pyramid
with
young children, particularly with respect to serving sizes.
How is the Food Guide Pyramid for Young Children ...