The Food Pyramids

Good nutritional practices involve maintaining a well-balanced diet that includes whole grains, protein, dairy, vegetables, fruit and some fats. Americans are accustomed to seeing the traditional Food and Drug Administration pyramid on the box of every cereal box and FDA-approved publication. While the American food guide pyramid is by all means healthy and comprehensive, we thought it would be fun to share food guide pyramids reflecting the histories of many other ethnic beginnings, cultures and beliefs.

We are missing a few, but will keep working to bring those to you. As an option, pick one and adopt it as your own. Eating in the ways of our traditions cannot be a bad thing. Remember how much smaller plate sizes were, so watch your portions. Also, remember how physically active our great grand-parents were, so daily exercise is a must. If we choose the traditional approach to eating, it is important to note that we are choosing a way of life, not just the foods that we grew up with and love.

Click on the link below to view each different food guide pyramid.

Click here to view the traditional Mediterranean diet pyramid.

Click here to view the traditional Asian diet pyramid.

Click here to view the traditional Latin American diet pyramid.

Click here to view the traditional Vegetarian diet pyramid.

Here is the General Food Pyramid:

The Food Pyramid

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