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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!!