Based on sound research under the guidance of United States government agencies, the Department of Agriculture, and the Department of Health and Human Services, your family's health and nutrition needs are easier to understand using the "food guide." *

This guide shows dietary necessities based upon foods and quantities you should eat, the nutrients in these foods and what will provide the best food choices for you, without too many calories or excess of fat, cholesterol, sugar, sodium or alcohol.

The guide is intended as a guide for healthy humans more than two years of age. It is not a rigid prescription but general information that lets you choose a healthful diet that's right for you.

Your risk of getting certain diseases can be reduced by following the guide, which uses the most up-to-date information from nutrition scientists around the world.

Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture/U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

THE FOOD GUIDE *

1. Oils, Fats and Sweets Group—Use sparingly; provides only calories
   
   
2. Milk, Yogurt and Cheese Group—2 to 3 servings per day; important for protein, calcium, iron and zinc
   
   
3. Fish, Meat, Poultry, Dry Beans, Eggs and Nuts Group—2 to 3 servings per day; important for protein, calcium, iron and zinc
   
   
4. Vegetable Group—3 to 5 servings per day; valuable for vitamins, minerals and fiber
   
   
5. Fruit Group—2 to 4 servings per day; valuable for vitamins, minerals and fiber
   
   
6. Bread, Cereal, Rice and Pasta Group—6 to 11 servings per day; the majority of your daily food servings should be from this group
   
   

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* The term "Food Guide" was used instead of "Food Pyramid" to clarify that this information has NO connotation with pyramid-style marketing operations. [The company] is a member of the Direct Marketing Association (DMA), which requires members to adhere to a strict multi-level marketing code of ethics—including prohibitions against pyramid sales.