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FOOD. the. Pyramid. Steps to a healthier you. The Food Pyramid Steps to a healthier you. GRAINS. VEGETABLES. FRUITS. OILS. MILK. MEAT & BEANS. Grains Make half of your grains whole. Great grains! Whole-wheat flour Cracked wheat Oatmeal Whole cornmeal Brown rice.

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  1. FOOD the Pyramid Steps to a healthier you

  2. The Food PyramidSteps to a healthier you GRAINS VEGETABLES FRUITS OILS MILK MEAT & BEANS

  3. GrainsMake half of your grains whole • Great grains! • Whole-wheat flour • Cracked wheat • Oatmeal • Whole cornmeal • Brown rice

  4. VegetablesVary your veggies • Very Cool Veggies! • Broccoli • Spinach • Carrots • Cauliflower • Mushrooms • Green beans

  5. FruitsFocus on fruits • Fresh Fruit! • Apples • Bananas • Grapes • Peaches • Oranges

  6. OilsKnow your fats • Only a Little Oil! • Sunflower oil • Margarine • Butter • Mayonnaise (food containing oiil)

  7. MilkGet your calcium rich foods • Magnificent Milk! • Milk • Cheese • Yogurt • Pudding

  8. Meat and BeansGo lean on protein • Mighty Meats and Beans! • Chicken • Turkey • Beef • Pork • Fish • Beans and nuts

  9. Discretionary CaloriesExtras for luxury foods • Provide bonus calories to give you energy • Use for: • Eat more than advised and you will gain weight • Eating more of the foods on the list • Eating higher calorie food

  10. Physical ActivityStrive for 60 minutes or more per day • What is physical activity? • Discuss moderate vs. vigorous activity. • Solicit class feedback for examples of moderate and vigorous activities.

  11. Eat Well and Stay Healthy! • Use the MyPyramid Worksheet provided by the USDA.

  12. Conclusion Follow the Food Pyramid Steps for a healthier you!

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