A Balanced Diet
The Food Pyramid
I am sure you are familiar with what has commonly been referred to as the "Food Pyramid". You learned all about it in school right?
A Brief History
In 1991 the U.S. Department of Agriculture released their replacement for the four basic food groups which had been used in schools and community health programs to promote a healthy diet to American families.
Later, after 10 years of research and development, the “Eating Right Pyramid” was announced. It is a visual representation of the healthy ratio in which to eat food.
At the bottom of the pyramid you will find grains which make up the largest portion (6-11 servings) of your recommended daily food consumption.
Grains consist of rice, whole grain breads, pastas and cereals.
Next we find vegetables (daily consumption of 3-5 servings) and fruits (daily consumption of 2-4 servings).
As you near the top of the pyramid you will find dairy (2-3 servings) and protein (2-3 servings). The peak of the pyramid is fats, oils and sweets which should be consumed sparingly.
If You Follow this Pyramid ....
... you will find that your daily diet will consist of 50% carbohydrates, 20% percent protein and 20% fat. This is a healthy ratio and is recommended for everyone.
Element #2 -
Raw Food and Enzymes
Element #3 -
Fat in Foods
Element #4 -
Glycemic Index Chart
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