This table lists food groups, a description of what constitutes a single serving of representative foods in each group, number of suggested servings per day for diets targeted to people who need less food, those who need a medium amount of food, and those who need more food. Space is provided to list \u201cMy Needs\u201d and \u201cPersonal Favorites\u201d for each group.\u00a0 The grains food group is illustrated with a photo of various breads, a bowl of rice and a floral arrangement of wheat stems.\u00a0 One serving of representative grain foods is: one slice of bread, \u00bd bagel or bun, three or four small crackers, one small pancake or waffle, \u00bd cup cooked rice or cooked noodles, one cup cold cereal or \u00bd cup hot cereal.\u00a0 Five servings from this group are adequate for a diet of less food.\u00a0 Six servings from this group are adequate for a medium amount diet.\u00a0\u00a0 Seven servings from this group are adequate for a diet of more food.\u00a0 My needs are: (fill in the blank).\u00a0 Personal favorites: (list favorite grain foods).<\/p>\n
The vegetables food group is illustrated with a photo of broccoli, corn and a red bell pepper.\u00a0 One serving of representative vegetables is: \u00bd cup raw vegetables; \u00bd cup cooked vegetables; 1 cup leafy vegetables, such as lettuce; 1 small baked potato (French fries do not count as a vegetable); and 3\/4 cup vegetable juice.\u00a0\u00a0 Two and one-half servings from this group are adequate for a diet of less food.\u00a0 Three and one-half servings from this group are adequate for a medium amount diet.\u00a0\u00a0 Five servings from this group are adequate for a diet of more food.\u00a0 My needs are: (fill in the blank).\u00a0 Personal favorites: (list favorite vegetables).<\/p>\n
The fruits food group is illustrated with a photo of an apple and a banana.\u00a0 One serving of representative fruits is: one medium piece of fresh fruit;\u00a0 \u00bd cup berries or fruit slices;\u00a0 \u00bd cup canned, frozen or cooked fruit; 1\/4 cup dried fruit (raisins, dried apricots); and 3\/4 cup fruit juice (limit to one serving per day).\u00a0 Two and one-half servings from this group are adequate for a diet of less food.\u00a0 Three servings from this group are adequate for a medium amount diet.\u00a0\u00a0 Four servings from this group are adequate for a diet of more food. My needs are: (fill in the blank).\u00a0 Personal favorites: (list favorite fruits).<\/p>\n
The dairy food group is illustrated with a photo of a glass of milk and a variety of cheeses.\u00a0 One serving of representative dairy foods is: one cup of milk; one cup of yogurt (eight ounce container); one cup of soy milk or soy yogurt; 1 \u00bd ounces of cheese (this is one slice); and 1\/4 cup grated cheese.\u00a0 Two to three servings from this group are adequate for a diet of less food.\u00a0 Three servings from this group are adequate for a medium amount diet.\u00a0\u00a0 Three servings from this group are adequate for a diet of more food. My needs are: (fill in the blank).\u00a0 Personal favorites: (list favorite dairy foods).<\/p>\n
The protein food group is illustrated with a photo of a lobster, a chicken, a fish, a beefsteak, and a bowl of eggs.\u00a0 One serving of representative protein foods is: two to three ounces of cooked meat, chicken, or fish (about the size of the palm of the hand); two eggs; three to four tablespoons of peanut butter; one cup of cooked beans; and \u00bd cup tofu or nuts. Two servings from this group are adequate for a diet of less food.\u00a0 Two servings from this group are adequate for a medium amount diet.\u00a0\u00a0 Two and one-half servings from this group are adequate for a diet of more food. My needs are: (fill in the blank).\u00a0 Personal favorites: (list favorite protein foods).<\/p>\n
The extras food group is illustrated with a photo of cookies and pastries.\u00a0 One serving of representative extras is: one tablespoon of dressing, cream, or coffee creamer; one teaspoon of mayonnaise, butter or margarine; one small handful of potato chips or other chips; one piece of cake (the size of a cupcake); 12 ounces of soda pop; and \u00bd cup of ice cream or sherbet.\u00a0 One serving from this group are adequate for a diet of less food.\u00a0 One and one-half servings from this group are adequate for a medium amount diet.\u00a0\u00a0 Two servings from this group are adequate for a diet of more food. My needs are: (fill in the blank).\u00a0 Personal favorites: (list favorite extras). End of description.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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