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FOOD. the . Pyramid. Steps to a healthier you. Eating Right Every Day. Choosing the right foods helps you feel better Eating a good diet k eeps you healthier. The Food Pyramid Steps to a healthier you. GRAINS. VEGETABLES. FRUITS. OILS. MILK. MEAT & BEANS.
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FOOD the Pyramid Steps to a healthier you
Eating Right Every Day • Choosing the right foods helps you feel better • Eating a good diet keeps you healthier
The Food PyramidSteps to a healthier you GRAINS VEGETABLES FRUITS OILS MILK MEAT & BEANS
GrainsMake half of your grains whole • Great Grains! • Whole-wheat flour • Cracked wheat • Oatmeal • Whole cornmeal • Brown rice
VegetablesVary your veggies • Very Cool Veggies! • Broccoli • Spinach • Carrots • Cauliflower • Mushrooms • Green beans
FruitsFocus on fruits • Fresh Fruit! • Apples • Bananas • Grapes • Peaches • Oranges
OilsKnow your fats • Only a Little Oil! • Sunflower oil • Margarine • Butter • Mayonnaise (food containing oil)
MilkGet your calcium rich foods • Magnificent Milk! • Milk • Cheese • Yogurt • Pudding
Meat and BeansGo lean on protein • Mighty Meats and Beans! • Chicken • Turkey • Beef • Pork • Fish • Beans and nuts
Discretionary CaloriesExtras for luxury foods • Provide bonus calories to give you energy • Use for: • Eating more of the foods on the list • Eating higher calorie food • Eat more than advised and you will gain weight
Eat Well and Stay Healthy! • Use the MyPyramid Worksheet provided by the USDA
Conclusion Follow the Food Pyramid Steps for a healthier you!