Note : `` We presume that it will be divided into sections that will show you how much of different types of foods you should be eating , '' said Elizabeth Cohen , CNN senior medical correspondent , about the plate image . The food pyramid has been criticized as confusing . Official announcement is expected to come on Thursday . The new icon is meant to help remind people to make healthy food choices . It will replace the food pyramid , which was first introduced in 1992 .
Note : The food pyramid has been criticized as confusing . Official announcement is expected to come on Thursday . The new icon is meant to help remind people to make healthy food choices . It will replace the food pyramid , which was first introduced in 1992 .