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Example of Children's Food Pyramid

Example of a Children's Food Pyramid for Reference Purposes Only

The following is a daily nutrition guide outlining the nutritional requirements for children ages four to six, and examples of 'serving sizes'. Children aged two to three should eat less, except where the dairy category is concerned. All children aged two to six require two cups of milk per day, or two servings from the dairy group.

Grain Group - 6 Servings

1 slice bread
1/2 cup cooked cereal such as Cream of Wheat or oatmeal
1/2 cup cooked rice or pasta
1 ounce of dry cereal

Meat Group - 2 Servings

2-3 ounces of cooked lean meat, including beef, poultry, pork & fish
1/2 cup of cooked beans or lentils
1 egg (is equal to 1 ounce of lean meat)
2 Tablespoons of peanut butter

Dairy Group - 2 Servings

1 cup of milk
1 cup of yogurt
2 ounces of REAL cheese (not cheese food)

Vegetable Group - 3 Servings

1/2 cup of chopped raw vegetables
1/2 cup of cooked vegetables
1 cup of raw, leafy vegetables

Fruit Group - 2 Servings

1 piece of fruit
1/4 cup of dried fruit
1/2 cup of canned fruit
3/4 cup of juice

Fats & Sweets Group

Minimize, but keep in mind that some fat in the diet is necessary for optimum health.

Chart Based on Information From the USDA

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