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Milk, Yogurt, Cheese and Dairy Products


                   Opt for low fat assortments like skim milk, low-fat buttermilk, reduced fat
                   yogurt and cheeses. Tofu and soy are first-class choices.


                   Based on a 2000 calorie diet, you'd consume 3 cups daily.


                   Fruits


                       •  You are able to utilize all sorts of fruits. They may be frozen, dried, and
                          fresh.

                       •  Fruits  are low  in  fat, bear  fiber,  and minerals and  vitamins. They
                          likewise help curb the sweet tooth!


                   Based on a 2000 calorie diet you'd eat 2 cups of fruit daily.
                   Veggies


                   Choose more dark leafy-green veggies like broccoli and spinach.


                       •  Pick out sweet potatoes and carrots and other veggies in the orange
                          group.

                       •  Pick out peas, and dry beans like lentils and kidney or pinto beans.


                   Based on a 2000 calorie diet you'd consume 2 and one-half cups every day.


                   Grains

                       •  Pick out whole grains cereals, breads, crackers, rice or pasta. Eat a

                          minimum of 3 ounces daily. These are loaded with complex carbs and
                          fiber.

                       •  One slice of bread is approximately an ounce, 1 bowl (about one cup)
                          of breakfast cereal, 1/2 bagel or English muffin, 1/2 cup of pasta or

                          rice.



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