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Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion (CNPP)

CNPP provides national leadership and technical expertise for development of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the Thrifty Food Plan, and MyPlate.
Mission

The FNS Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion works to improve the health and well-being of Americans by developing and promoting dietary guidance that links scientific research to the nutrition needs of consumers.

About CNPP
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Spotlights
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MyPlate/ MiPlato

MyPlate illustrates the five food groups that are the building blocks for a healthy diet. Before you eat, think about what goes on your plate, in your cup, or in your bowl. 

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USDA's Focus on Nutrition Security

The USDA Food and Nutrition Service is working to ensure all communities have access to foods that support good health and well-being. Watch our video, which highlights how FNS nutrition assistance programs help all Americans thrive.

Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Nutrition Evidence Systematic Review
USDA Food Plans: Monthly Cost of Food Reports
USDA Dietary Patterns
Healthy Eating Index (HEI)
Expenditures on Children by Families
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Reports / Publications
Additional Resources
What's New?
Register for the Final Meeting of the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee
Subscriber Updates
Register for This Week’s Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee Meeting 
Subscriber Updates
The Biden-Harris Administration Supports Healthy Kids
Training and Outreach
2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee Holds Final Two Meetings
Subscriber Updates
There’s Still Time to Register for This Week’s Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee Meeting
Subscriber Updates
Register to Attend the Next Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee Meeting
Subscriber Updates
RFI: Food Price Data for State of Hawaii
Comment Request
Register Today for Jan. 19th Meeting of the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee
Blog
Registration Now Open for Fourth Meeting of the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee
Blog
Thrifty Food Plan Cost Estimates for Alaska and Hawaii
Research Reports
Consumer
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Healthy Eating Index (HEI)
About CNPP
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Initial Study Plan: Thrifty Food Plan, 2026
Research and Data
USDA Food Plans: Monthly Cost of Food Reports
Research and Data
Ways to Get Involved with the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee
Blog
Page updated: September 26, 2024