You've probably seen many articles in the media telling you what to eat and not eat. All this information can be confusing. You may be left wondering how much of different types of foods you should eat to stay healthy.
To help you choose foods wisely, the U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services and Agriculture have developed several tools, including:
Healthy eating plans with interactive websites that help you choose foods based on your height, weight, and other information
The Nutrition Facts label on food packages
A Nutrient Database for foods that don't come in packages