Mission Statement
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Menu planning is a key vehicle to deliver the nutrition Soldiers need to perform optimally, recover rapidly from stress, illness and injury, and remain healthy and alert for the long term. The dietitian and menu planner collaborate and advise on nutrition concepts, nutrition programs, ingredients and food products. Their work includes creating models for diner education and food service practices to enhance better nutrient balance in food choices, preparation and delivery. They develop and evaluate menus, regulations, and policies directly related to the Army Food Program. They also provide assistance to installations and major commands as subject matter experts on nutrition, food characteristics and dining trends. Additionally, The menu planner supports publication of the Basic Daily Food Allowance and is the central point of contact for submission and trend analysis of the Food Program Management Board minutes.
What is Green?
What you eat matters especially for peak performance. G4G makes it easy. The color codes—Green (High-performance fuel), Yellow (Moderate-performance fuel), and Red (Low-performance fuel)—can help you choose the foods that fuel your body and brain best.
G4G labels foods and beverages with a stoplight system—Green, Yellow, and Red—to identify your best choices for peak performance. Foods are labeled with Low, Moderate, or High sodium symbols to point out sodium content too. Use these tips to build your energy-boosting plate:
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Aim to fill half your plate with Green-coded foods. You can find healthy, Green-coded choices in every food group: grains, fats, proteins, fruits and vegetables, and dairy.
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Eat consistently to keep your energy up. For best results, include Green-coded foods and drinks with every meal and snack—and stick to a schedule when possible.
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Make nutrient-rich foods the easy choice at home and work. You’re more likely to eat what’s easily available, so choose foods that make you want to get up and go. Stock your fridge with Green-coded items, fill your kitchen cabinets with minimally processed foods, and keep a stash of healthy snacks in your desk drawer.’
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Why G4G?
What you eat matters, especially if you want to perform your best. Learn how G4G can help you choose the best fuel for optimal performance, readiness, and health.
Make sure to like G4G on Facebook! Connect with the G4G team, share your stories, and post pictures showing how you “Go for Green” using #getgotg4g.
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Go for Green® uses a stoplight system to label foods and beverages as Green, Yellow, or Red. G4G dining facilities display Food Cards that identify the nutrition quality (Green, Yellow, or Red) and sodium content (Low, Moderate, or High) of foods and drinks.
