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During World War II, the U.S. releases the "Basic 7" food groups that should guide a healthy diet.

Date: 1943

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The seven food groups are: green and yellow vegetables; oranges, tomatoes, grapefruit; potatoes and other vegetables and fruits; milk and dairy products; meat, poultry, fish, or eggs; bread, flour, and cereals; and butter and fortified margarine.