Food Pyramid

Food Pyramid Modifications

Vegetarians ■ Subtract meats, poultry, eggs, and fish. ■ Add legumes, nuts, and seeds: Two–three servings every day. Pts >70 Years ■ Fats, oils, and sweets: Use sparingly ■ Dairy: Three servings every day ■ Meat, legumes, and nuts: Two servings every day ■ Vegetables: At least three servings every day ■ Fruit: Two servings every day ■ Bread, cereal, rice, and pasta: Six servings every day ■ Water: Eight servings every day ■ Supplements: Calcium, vitamin D, and vitamin B12