To maintain body weight in a healthy range, balance calories from foods and beverages with calories expended.

For most people, greater health benefits can be obtained by engaging in physical activity of more vigorous intensity or longer duration.

Consume 3 or more ounce-equivalents of whole-grain products per day, with the rest of the recommended grains coming from enriched or whole-grain products. In general, at least half the grains should come from grains.

Limit intake of fats and oils high in saturated and/or trans fatty acids, and choose products low in such fats and oils.

Choose and prepare foods and beverages with little added sugars or caloric sweeteners, such as amounts suggested by the USDA Food Guide and the DASH Eating Plan.