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The recommendations from the food pyramid are that I need to consume more calories. Based upon my weigh, my calorie intake should be in the 2102 total calories, but it in actuality in the 1200 range. I consume an average amount for the grains, vegetables and fruit, but need to increase on my milk, meat and bean intake. The milk, meat and bean consumption of my diet is poor. The amount of servings I consume is average, with the exception of the two that I need to increase, but I also was generally below the recommended guideline for each serving. Hence, I need to increase my total calorie intake.
Your Pyramid Stats
Milk Intake 0.5 cup equivalent

Milk Recommendation 3 cup equivalent


Meat and Beans Intake 2 oz equivalent

Meat and Beans Recommendation 6 oz equivalent


Vegetables Intake 2 cup equivalent

Vegetables Recommendation 3 cup equivalent


Fruits Intake 2.2 cup equivalent

Fruits Recommendation 2 cup equivalent


Grains Intake 4.2 oz equivalent

Grains Recommendation 7 oz equivalent



In order for me to have a better diet and follow the recommended guidelines, I will need to begin eating more or more often. Right now, I eat very small meals three times a day; I may need to increase that to five very small meals a day. I should also increase my protein by eating more fish, tofu or beans and increase my milk intake by drinking more of it. I can replace one of my small meals with a large fruit and milk smoothie each day. It may also help me power though the late afternoon or evening, when I have a sweet craving. I overall, have a healthy diet, just need to make a few adjustments and increase in certain areas.
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