Signals and indicators – Navigation devices
Patent
1978-11-22
1980-09-16
Skogquist, Harland S.
Signals and indicators
Navigation devices
40 10C, 116319, 428 24, G09B 2500
Patent
active
042221790
ABSTRACT:
A device for aiding in the selection of a balanced diet. The device comprises a container in which is disposed an upright artificial stem. On the outer walls of the container are displayed food group indicia for achieving a balanced diet. Mounted on the stem and extending radially outward therefrom are artificial branches. At the distal end of each branch is a vertically disposed plate having grooves along the perimeter thereof. The grooves are angularly spaced along the perimeter of the plate. Adjustably mounted on each plate is an artificial petal. The petals are adjustably movable along the vertical plates, respectively, in a pivotal movement in a vertical direction. Initially, the petals are disposed in the elevated position. Each petal designates a nutritional group of food represented by the indicia on the outer walls of the container. As food from a nutritional group is consumed, the associated petal is moved downwardly a distance commensurate with the quantity of nutritional value consumed. A balanced diet is reflected in a symmetrical petal arrangement. An unbalanced diet is reflected in an asymmetrical petal arrangement. The quantity of food consumed in relation to a recommended minimum is reflected in the angular location of each petal.
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"Lazy Susan Cannister Set", Item Y, pp. 144, 145 Fall 1960 General Merchandise Catalog.
Skogquist Harland S.
Wiseman Jack M.
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