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Nutrition Pyramid

Calories count for health. A nutrition pyramid helps you get the most nutrition you can get from daily calories. USDA's MyPyramid is a popular choice for a balanced diet.

  1. Pyramid

    • MyPyramid has a broad base for the typical foods that have little to no solid fats or added sugars; the narrow top shows the small amount of foods with significant amounts of added sugars and solid fats. A whole pyramid is made from a moderate diet.

    Five Food Groups and Oils

    • The 6 colored bands in the pyramid are the foods: grains, vegetables, fruits, milk, meat and beans and oils. Variety gives balance in an average daily diet.

    Daily Servings

    • Amounts are measured in a healthy proportion for each food group and oils: 6.0 ounces grains, 2.6 cups vegetables, 2.1 cups fruits, 3.1 cups milk, 5.6 ounces meat and beans and 7.2 teaspoons oils. Good choices are selected from each food group; whole grains and fresh vegetables are very healthy.

    Exercise

    • A person stepping up the pyramid demonstrates the vitality in regular activities you enjoy.

    A Unique Diet

    • The "My" tells you your diet is best for your life and activities. Calories are eaten to make your day healthy.

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