Food Pyramid and Nutrients

Flashcards about Food Pyramid, Nutrients, Macro and Micro Nutrients

Dairy/Milk

1-3 servings

Vegetables

3-5 servings

Fats, Sugars, Alcohol

Limit intake, high in sugar/salt/fat

Meat/Meat Alternatives

2-3 servings

Fruits

3-6 servings

Grains + Grain Products

6-11 servings, high intake, high in fiber, low in fat

Micro-nutrients

Vitamins and Minerals

Macro-nutrients

Proteins, Carbohydrates, and Fats

Macro-nutrients

Needed in large quantities, source of energy, facilitates growth

Micro-nutrients

Needed in small quantities, promotes general health, protective functions