SuperTracker

A Good Idea

Description

Launched in 2011, SuperTracker is an interactive tool that offers comprehensive information and recommendations on nutrition and exercise. SuperTracker is replacing MyPyramid Tracker and MyPyramid Menu Planner and implements the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. With this tool, an individual can easily identify customized recommendations on foods to eat that meet one's calorie allowance and physical activity, based on health status, lifestyle, and personal preference. The tracking tool allows users to plan and assess food choices and physical activities, measure progress in diet and physical activity, and discover other healthy choices available.

Goal / Mission

SuperTracker aims to empower Americans to make healthier choices in nutrition and physical activity, based on personal preferences, lifestyle, and health status.

Results / Accomplishments

SuperTracker was released in December 2011 and implements 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. It is visually appealing and easy-to-use, replacing MyPyramid Tracker and MyPyramid Menu Planner.

About this Promising Practice

Organization(s)
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Primary Contact
USDA Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion
3101 Park Center Drive
Alexandria, VA 22302-1594
1-888-779-7264
SuperTrackerHelp@cnpp.usda.gov
https://www.choosemyplate.gov/SuperTracker/default...
Topics
Health / Physical Activity
Health / Wellness & Lifestyle
Organization(s)
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Date of implementation
Dec 2011
Location
USA
Target Audience
Adults, Families

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A Good Idea meets the following HCI criteria:

  1. The program description includes: the sponsoring organization, program goals, program funding source, program implementation steps and outcomes.
  2. The program evaluation is limited to descriptive measure(s) of success/accomplishment (i.e., program participation rates, number of services/education sessions/radio messages provided). Note: oftentimes, the program has been newly implemented and a program evaluation has not yet been conducted. Programs that have not yet been evaluated, but which show promise in improving health or quality of life, are classified as Good Ideas until an evaluation is conducted.