How do I know what to eat?

By using information from MyPyramid, the food guide from the USDA, you can plug your daily calories (calculated here) into a chart to find out how to choose more healthful meals. On the chart below, simply choose the Daily Calorie Goal that most closely matches your personal calorie needs.

The chart suggests the correct number of servings to eat daily from each of five major food groups. By sorting your food by food group, you are more likely to eat the right balance of carbohydrates, protein, fiber, fat and other nutrients needed for good health.

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