Since its release in 1992, the USDA Food Guide Pyramid has been widely distributed and recognized, and highly influential. Despite criticisms on numerous grounds, the Pyramid represents a significant advance over previous federal food guidance materials. A few adjustments to the Pyramid's design would respond to many concerns of critics, and would further strengthen and clarify its messages.
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