The Food PyramidBY: Aaron Plymire

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Grain (Facts)

Whole Grain: contain entire grain kernel

Grain (Facts)

Whole Grain: contain entire grain kernelRefined Grain: processed grain without

nutrients

Grain (Facts)

Whole Grain: contain entire grain kernelRefined Grain: processed grain without

nutrientsEx. breads, pasta, oatmeal, and rice

Grain (Facts)

Whole Grain: contain entire grain kernelRefined Grain: processed grain without

nutrientsEx. breads, pasta, oatmeal, and rice½ of the grain consumed each day should be

whole

Grain (Facts)

Whole Grain: contain entire grain kernelRefined Grain: processed grain without

nutrientsEx. breads, pasta, oatmeal, and rice½ of the grain consumed each day should be

wholeContain B vitamins, dietary fiber, and minerals1 slice of bread is considered an ounce of

grain

Grain (Facts)

Which foods are considered grain?

1.

Oats?•Yes – •No -

CorrectIncorrect

2.

Steak?•Yes -•No -

CorrectIncorrect

3.

Bread?•Yes –•No -

CorrectIncorrect

Five Categories: Dark green, Orange, Dry Beans

Starchy, and OtherNutrients = Potassium, Dietary Fiber,

Vitamins A, B, and CTry to incorporate vegetables into every

meal.Characteristics of good vegetables:

dark bold color, firmness, in season

Ex. Broccoli, Corn, Squash, Lima Beans

Vegetables

True or FalseThese foods are vegetables.

1.

3.

2.

FalseTrue

True

Any fruit or 100% juice is considered a fruit.

Ex. Apples, Oranges, Bananas, Grapes,

Cantaloupe

Nutrients: Potassium, Dietary Fiber, and

Vitamin C

Eating fruit greatly reduces risk for schronic

disease

Characteristics: Sweet, Vibrant colors,

Contain seeds

Fruit

Oils•The smallest area of the food pyramid•Only need a small amount in your diet

Also known as dairyEx. Milk, Cheese, Yogurt, and CreamNutrients: known for high source of vitamin DHelps to keep bones strong

Milk

Where does milk come from?

Types of food in this segment:

Meat, Poultry, Fish, Dry Beans, Eggs, and

Nuts

This is where we get our main sources of protein.

Other Nutrients: Magnesium, Iron, Vitamin E,

and Zinc

The leaner the meat the better !

It is important to balance all aspects of this food

groupSuch as eating a variety of meat, beans, fish…

Meat and Beans

Remember to balance your diets!!