The original food pyramid guide was developed by the USDA in 1992, as a dietary guideline on the nutrient value of four basic food groups, and to create a shift towards consciously choosing healthy foods. It obviously did not contend with modern lifestyles, or the present-day sweeping popularity of packaged foods, or new-age fruit and veggie options!
Think about it, how many still bake their bread at home?! This infographic presents a modern version of the food pyramid – comparing food values of various packaged foods, enabling you to make the healthier choice.
Infographic Source: The Food Pyramid Common Food and Healthy Counterparts by Yumz Gourmet Frozen Yogurt