Food pyramid showing the recommended proportions of food types for a healthy,balanced diet. The largest part of the diet should be carbohydrates from bread,cereal,rice and pasta (pyramid base),with 6-11 servings daily. The next layer of the pyramid is fruit and vegetables,with a combined amount of 6-9 servings daily. These provide many essential vitamins and minerals. The next layer is lean meat,beans,eggs and nuts (protein content),and milk,yoghurt and cheese (calcium and protein content),both groups requiring moderation (2-3 servings daily). Finally at the top of the pyramid are fats and oils,and sweets (added sugar),which should be used sparingly (0-3 servings daily) |