The National Dairy Council® is proud to be a part of The Nutrient Rich Foods Coalition (NRFC), which includes representatives from all five food groups of MyPyramid – fruits, vegetables, dairy, meat and grains.
Since 2004, the NRFC has been working with researchers and health professionals to develop tools to help teach consumers how to maximize naturally occurring nutrients from the calories they consume. This message is a cornerstone of the 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans and MyPyramid which promote getting "the most nutrition out of your calories."
Recently, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) selected the NRFC as one of only three partners to help educate Americans about the 2005 Dietary Guidelines and MyPyramid as part of its new Nutrition Education and Promotion Program at the Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion.
To help health professionals communicate this dietary guidance to the public, the NRFC has developed the “Live Well! Enjoy Nutrient-Rich Foods” Tool Kit.
The Tool Kit contains:
- A Leader Guide that outlines nutrient density scientific research and provides a framework for teaching consumers how to follow MyPyramid by choosing nutrient-rich foods. The guide also includes ideas for using the materials in a variety of settings and highlights from market research that was conducted with consumers and registered dietitians to ensure the kit’s success.
- Reproducible handouts packed with practical tips to help health professionals work with clients to build more nutrient-dense diets based on the Dietary Guidelines and MyPyramid.
- A MyPyramid poster produced in full color on glossy stock. The reverse side includes eight black and white masters to serve as educational handouts. (Not available for download)
“Live Well! Enjoy Nutrient-Rich Foods” Tool Kit materials available to download:
"Live Well!" Leader Guide (PDF: 1.38 MB)
"Live Well!" Reproducible Handouts (PDF: 3.77 MB)
Click here to purchase the “Live Well! Enjoy Nutrient-Rich Foods” Tool Kit