Jun
13
2009
The Canada Food Guide is an excellent way for people to make sure that they are getting the proper amount of nutrients in their diet and that they are including foods from each of the food groups every day. Following the Canada Food Guide can help prevent obesity, diabetes, and obesity. Below you’ll find the recommended daily intake for certain foods, according to the Canada Food Guide.
Children (Ages 2-3)
Fruit and Vegetables: 4 Servings
Grain Products: 3 Servings
Milk and Milk Alternatives: 2 Servings
Meat and Meat Alternatives: 1 Serving
Children (Ages 4-8)
Fruit and Vegetables: 5 Servings
Grain Products: 4 Servings
Milk and Milk Alternatives: 2 Servings
Meat and Meat Alternatives: 1 Serving
Children (Ages 9-13)
Fruit and Vegetables: 1-2 Servings
Grain Products: 6 Servings
Milk and Milk Alternatives: 3-4 Serving
Meat and Meat Alternatives: 1-2 Servings
Female Teens (Ages 14-18)
Fruits and Vegetables: 7 Servings
Grain Products: 6 Servings
Milk and Milk Alternatives: 3-4 Servings
Meat and Meat Alternatives: 2 Servings
Male Teens (Ages 14-18)
Fruits and Vegetables: 8 Servings
Grain Products: 7 Servings
Milk and Milk Alternatives: 3-4 Servings
Meat and Meat Alternatives: 3 Servings
Adults, Women (Ages 19-50)
Fruit and Vegetables: 7-8 Servings
Grain Products: 6-7 Servings
Milk and Milk Alternatives: 2 Servings
Meat and Meat Alternatives: 2 Servings
Adults, Women (Ages 51+)
Fruits and Vegetables: 7 Servings
Grain Products: 6 Servings
Milk and Milk Alternatives: 3 Servings
Meat and Meat Alternatives: 2 Servings
Adults, Men (Ages 19-50)
Fruit and Vegetables: 8-10 Servings
Grain Products: 8 Servings
Milk and Milk Alternatives: 2 Servings
Meat and Meat Alternatives: 3 Servings
Adults, Men (Ages 51+)
Fruit and Vegetables: 7 Servings
Grain Products: 7 Servings
Milk and Milk Alternatives: 3 Servings
Meat and Meat Alternatives: 3 Servings
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