Food Guide Pyramid. The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language: Fourth Edition. 2000

The American Heritage^® Dictionary of the English Language: Fourth Edition. 2000.

Food Guide Pyramid.

Federal dietary guidelines recommend the following number of daily servings for the six food groups:

A. fats, oils, and sweets: use sparingly

B. dairy: 2–3

C. protein: 2–3

D. vegetables: 3–5

E. fruits: 2–4

F. carbohydrates: 6–11

(Source: Precision Graphics)


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