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Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion (CNPP)

Mission

The FNS Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion (CNPP) 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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Nutrition Educator/ Health Educator Researcher Household/ Consumer
Spotlights
Multigenerational family
Dietary Guidelines for Americans

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025 was released on December 29, 2020. These are the 9th edition of the Dietary Guidelines.
 

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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. 

Nutrition Evidence Systematic Review
USDA Food Plans
USDA Dietary Patterns
Healthy Eating Index (HEI)
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Reports / Publications
Additional Resources
What's New?
Alternative Approaches to Reevaluating the Thrifty Food Plan
Research Reports
Proposed Rule - SNAP: Thrifty Food Plan Cost Adjustment for the Price of Food in Hawaii
Proposed Rule
Statewide Thrifty Food Plan Cost Estimate for Hawaii
Research Reports
Thrifty Food Plan Cost Estimates for Alaska and Hawaii
Research Reports
Household/ Consumer
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Healthy Eating Index (HEI)
About CNPP
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Initial Study Plan: Thrifty Food Plan, 2026
Research Plans
USDA Food Plans: Monthly Cost of Food Reports
Technical Assistance
Thrifty Food Plan, 2021
Research Reports
The Thrifty Food Plan Re-Evaluation
Infographics
MyPlate/ MiPlato
Training and Outreach
Researcher
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Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Policy
Nutrition Educator/ Health Professional
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DGA Committee Report vs. Dietary Guidelines
Infographics
Page updated: April 21, 2025