Turn New Nutrition Guidelines Into Real-Life Habits

Turn New Nutrition Guidelines Into Real-Life Habits

For over a decade, MyPlate has helped simplify healthy eating with a clear, visual approach. Now, with updated 2025 nutrition guidance and a reimagined Food Pyramid, nutrition education is evolving once again.

But here’s the real challenge:

Patients don’t need more information—they need tools they can actually use.

That’s where the NCES S.T.A.R.T. Series comes in.

Watch: From MyPlate to the New Pyramid

See how today’s nutrition guidance translates into simple, visual steps your patients can follow every day.

Make Nutrition Simple, Visual, and Actionable

The S.T.A.R.T. Series was designed for one purpose:

Help patients apply nutrition guidance the moment they leave your care

Each guide transforms complex recommendations into easy, actionable habits that stick.

What is S.T.A.R.T.?

A simple framework your patients will actually remember:

S – Limit Solid Fats & Sugar
Reduce empty calories and cut back on highly processed foods.

T – Try ½ Plate Fruits & Vegetables
Use a visual approach to build balanced meals every time.

A – Avoid Oversized Portions
Support portion awareness and weight management without complicated tracking.

R – Refresh with Water
Encourage better hydration while reducing sugary drink intake.

T – Track Sodium
Promote heart health by increasing awareness of hidden sodium.

Tools for Every Age Group

Because nutrition education isn’t one-size-fits-all:

Kids
Tweens
Teens
Adults

Each version is tailored with age-appropriate visuals, messaging, and real-life examples—making it easier for patients to understand, remember, and apply what they learn.

Designed for Real-World Use

The S.T.A.R.T. Series fits seamlessly into a wide range of settings:

Perfect for:

• Dietitians

• Hospitals & Clinics

• Diabetes Educators

• Schools & Community Programs

• Public Health Initiatives

Use them for:
* Patient discharge materials
* One-on-one counseling
* Group education sessions
 *Community outreach programs

Why It Works

* Visual learning improves retention
* Simple messaging reduces overwhelm
* Take-home tools reinforce behavior change

Because education shouldn’t stop when the appointment ends.

A Better Way to Teach Nutrition

The latest guidelines are important—but without practical tools, they often fail to translate into everyday habits.

The S.T.A.R.T. Series bridges that gap—turning recommendations into real-life action.

Keep Nutrition Going Beyond the Visit

Give your patients more than advice—give them a starting point.

NCES S.T.A.R.T. Series: Where Healthy Habits Begin.