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Government Unveils Revised Food Pyramid

NPR

By Allison Aubrey

Published April 19, 2005 at 12:00 AM EDT

The U.S. Department of Agriculture releases a new food pyramid, with more specific advice on portion sizes and calories. Part of the new food guidance system also will help people get individually tailored nutrition and exercise advice.

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