Remember that food pyramid you grew up on via the U.S. Dietary Guidelines? It's about to get an update — and people are ...

The traditional food guide pyramid, adorned with bread and cereal packages, was phased out in 2005 after decades of prominence. Newer pyramids feature vertical lines and variable designs based on age.

The USDA has simplified nutrition guidelines with its "MyPlate" campaign. MyPlate replaces the older Food Pyramid. Considering that salt is an ingredient in just about every type of processed food ...

Quitting smoking, eating a well-balanced diet (reading nutrition labels and reducing portion sizes), controlling cholesterol and blood sugar, managing stress, and practicing relaxation techniques like ...