Food Pyramid Infographic

Use the How to use the Pyrcamid FOOD PYRAMID The recommended number of servings for children (from s years of age") and adults is highlighted beside each shelf. For example, to got at least 4 servings from the Fruit and Veg shell you could have: to Plan Your Healthy Food Choices For serving sizes and daily eating plan see over →>→> /2 a glass of fruit juice = 1 esmall choose very 3 dessertspoons of veg- 1 Choose oils, margarine or low fat spreads tebelled 'High in Polyunsaturates' or "high in Monounsaturates' which are healthier for your heart. Use sparingly. Limit fried i apple = 1 amounts foods to 1-a times a week. 1 banana = 1 choose any MEAT, FISH, EGGS, BEANS & PEAS Choase lean meats or trim ott fat. TOTAL = 4 Choose y servings dering pregnancy. choose any2 MILK, CHEESE & YOGURT Choose tow Fat choices frequently, except for ynung children. Choose 5 servings for teenagers or if pregnant or breast feeding. choose any FRUIT & VEGETABLES Choose green leafy vegetables, citrus fruit and frult juices frequently. choose any + '+9, BREAD, CEREALS & POTATOES Choose high fibre cereals and breads frequently, If physical activity is high, up to 12 servings may be necessary. DRINK WATER REGULARLY - AT LEAST 8 CUPS OF FLUID PER DAY Folic Acid - An essential ingredient in making a baby. If there is any possibility that you could become pregnant, then you should be taking a folic acid tablet (400 micrograms a day) *For younger children, stant with smalier and fewer servings and increase up to the guidelines recommended, accoeding to the child's own growth and appetite.