The dietary guidelines for Americans are organized into three parts, referred to as the "abc's for good health." These three parts are summarized below.
Aim for fitness
1. Aim for a healthy weight.
2. Be physically active each day.
Build a healthy base
3. Let the food guide pyramid guide your food choices.
4. Choose variety of grains, especially while grains, on a daily basis.
5. Choose a variety of fruits and vegetables daily.
6. Keep food safe to eat.
Choose sensibly
7. Choose a diet that is low in saturated fat and cholesterol and moderate in total fat.
8. Choose beverages and foods to moderate your intake of sugars.
9. Choose and prepare foods with less salt.
10. Adults who drink alcohol should do so in moderation