Human beings consume, on average, 2000 calories daily. Some people obsess over this and do everything they can to make sure they don’t exceed this numerical limit. Did you know, however, that this daily number varies based on your weight, height, and daily physical activity? Instead of measuring out your fruit loops and milk and looking on the Food Label to try to figure out how many calories are in your breakfast, go to www.mypyramidtracker.gov and have them figure it out for you! Keep track throughout the day by adding your meals and snacks as you go. Not only will you be able to figure out how many calories you’ve eaten that day, but you can also see if you’re feeding your body enough nutrients. You simply have to enter your food intake and physical activity, and MyPyramidTracker will tell you if you’re eating the proper types of foods and number of calories, according to your energy and exercise levels.

In addition to a thorough analysis of your food intake, MyPyramidTracker also offers other health information for you to view whenever you please. See their ‘Diet and Health Information’ page for diet and health related links, like Cancer, Diabetes, Cholesterol, Women’s Health and more. Also, check out the ‘Center for Nutrition Policy & Promotion’ page for dietary guidelines and MyPyramid for Kids, as well as tips and helpful information on overall health.


References:

1. http://www.mypyramidtracker.gov/NutritionMsg/NutritionMsg1.asp
2. http://www.cnpp.usda.gov/