Eating on a budget the USDA Way.

• Position: Food Choices - Brief article

Another addition to ChooseMyPlate for consumers who want more information about how to make better eating decisions with limited resources has been made by the Department of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. To meet this need, the USDA's Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion developed "Healthy Eating on a Budget' to include information about planning meals, shopping smart in the grocery store, and preparing foods that save money and time in the kitchen.

"Although healthy foods aren't always more expensive, many low-income people face time and resource challenges when it comes to putting healthy food on the table," notes Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. "Promoting nutritious food choices can have a positive impact on improving the health and diet quality of Americans."

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