Well isn't this interesting?

The newest version of the food pyramid is out! And guess what? It's completely focused on eating a more plant based diet and introducing more veggie and fruits into our meals! Imagine that?!?! Of course there is a small section of the plate devoted to "protein" but let's face it- protein does not mean MEAT! In fact, meat isn't even mentioned. I am a little bummed at the "suggestion" to still have dairy at every meal (um what?? That doesn't begin to make sense), but I think this at least has the proper focus- plant based diets! From the looks of it your plate should be at least HALF fruits and veggies, and LESS than a fourth should be devoted to your protein source! Quite a change from the typical Western diet (According to the American Heart Association Americans eat on average 50% more protein then is recommended). Looks like a step in the right direction to me! Nice work Mrs. Obama and Dr. Benjamin (GIRL POWER!) Not perfect, but I'll take it! As they would say in Costa Rica- Poco a poco!

New pyramid is actually a plate!