Eating Habits
Food PYramid
Combine exercise with eating well.
The figure climbing stairs at the side of the pyramid reminds us that exercise is an important part of any healthy lifestyle. Regular physical activity benefits every part of our bodies, including the mind. Experts now know that exercise fights off a range of possible health problems like heart disease, diabetes, and even depression. Teens should get at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise every day.
Eat a variety of foods.
The different color groups in the pyramid send the message that it's important to eat lots of different foods. Not only does eating a variety of foods provide a good balance of nutrients, it also keeps you fuled for the day.
Eat foods in moderation.
The colored groups that show each food group are wider at the bottom of the pyramid than they are at the top. That's a reminder to people that they can eat lots of some foods in each group but that other foods in this group should be limited. Foods at the bottom of each section include those with little or no solid fats and little or no added sugars or sweeteners. So in the fruit food group, people should eat whole, fresh apples more often than apple pie. Likewise, when it comes to the grains food group, a person should choose more whole-grain products, such as whole-wheat pasta instead of regular pasta. Another example is in the milk group, where people should get most of their dairy intake from fat-free or low-fat milk, yogurt, and cheese instead of whole milk, pudding, or ice cream
The figure climbing stairs at the side of the pyramid reminds us that exercise is an important part of any healthy lifestyle. Regular physical activity benefits every part of our bodies, including the mind. Experts now know that exercise fights off a range of possible health problems like heart disease, diabetes, and even depression. Teens should get at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous exercise every day.
Eat a variety of foods.
The different color groups in the pyramid send the message that it's important to eat lots of different foods. Not only does eating a variety of foods provide a good balance of nutrients, it also keeps you fuled for the day.
Eat foods in moderation.
The colored groups that show each food group are wider at the bottom of the pyramid than they are at the top. That's a reminder to people that they can eat lots of some foods in each group but that other foods in this group should be limited. Foods at the bottom of each section include those with little or no solid fats and little or no added sugars or sweeteners. So in the fruit food group, people should eat whole, fresh apples more often than apple pie. Likewise, when it comes to the grains food group, a person should choose more whole-grain products, such as whole-wheat pasta instead of regular pasta. Another example is in the milk group, where people should get most of their dairy intake from fat-free or low-fat milk, yogurt, and cheese instead of whole milk, pudding, or ice cream
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Servings per day
Grains (Orange Section)~ 6-11 Servings per day
Veggies (Green Section)~ 3-5 Servings per day
Fruits (Red Section)~ 2-4 Servings per day
Olis (Yellow Section)~ As Little as possible
Milk/Dairy (Blue Section)~ 4.5 servings Per day or 1300 mg of calcium
Meats & Beans (Purple section)~ 2-3 Servings per day
Grains (Orange Section)~ 6-11 Servings per day
Veggies (Green Section)~ 3-5 Servings per day
Fruits (Red Section)~ 2-4 Servings per day
Olis (Yellow Section)~ As Little as possible
Milk/Dairy (Blue Section)~ 4.5 servings Per day or 1300 mg of calcium
Meats & Beans (Purple section)~ 2-3 Servings per day