New MyPlate icon helps families plan meals easier

The Federal government’s MyPlate icon was created to help everyday consumers think about eating healthier at dinner time. This icon provides a visual representation of what your dinner plate should look like in the way of protein, vegetables, dairy, fruits and grains.

“This is a quick, simple reminder for all of us to be more mindful of the foods that we’re eating and as a mom, I can already tell how much this is going to help parents across the country,” said First Lady Michelle Obama. “When mom or dad comes home from a long day of work, we’re already asked to be a chef, a referee, a cleaning crew. So it’s tough to be a nutritionist, too. But we do have time to take a look at our kids’ plates. As long as they’re half full of fruits and vegetables, and paired with lean proteins, whole grains and low-fat dairy, we’re golden. That’s how easy it is.”

~ First Lady Michelle Obama

At Dream Dinners the meals you make are assembled by number of servings making portion control a lot easier. Utilizing the new MyPlate icon in conjuction with your dinners may help you get the healthly start your family needs!

For more information about the new MyPlate visit www.ChooseMyPlate.gov

For more information about Dream Dinners visit dreamdinners.com