Vegetables and fruit
How many daily servings of vegetables and fruit do teens 14-18 require?
They require 6-8 servings of vegetables and fruit.
How many daily servings of grain products do teens 14-18 require?
They require 6-7 servings of grain products every day.
Explanation. Females require six daily servings, while males require seven.
How many daily servings of milk and alternatives do teens 14-18 require?
They require 3-4 servings of milk and alternatives each day.
How many daily servings of meat and alternatives do teens 14--18 require?
They require 2-3 servings of meat and altematives each day.
What vegetable oils are recommended for use?
Vegetable oils, such as canola, olive, and soybean are recommended.
How many millilitres are in one serving of fruit juice?
In one fruit juice serving, there are 125 ml. That is equivalent to 15 cup
How many slices of bread make up one serving of grain products?
One slice of bread represents one serving of grain products.
How much milk can you drink to fulfill one serving of milk and alternatives?
One cup of milk (250 mL) is one portion of milk and alternatives.
How many servings of fish are recommended each week?
At least 2 servings of fish are recommended every week
What tool can be used to help compare food products?
The Nutrition Facts table can be used to make wiser choices.
Explanation. For example, when selecting cheese or yogurts, the Nutrition facts table can help select a lower fat product.
When eating canned vegetables, what is one portion?
One portion of canned vegetables is 125 ml. That is equivalent to a half a cup.
What percentage of your daily grain intake should be from whole grain?
At least half of your grain products should be from whole grain each day.
What percentage of milk is recommended for consumption?
The recommendations to drink skim, 1%, or 2% milk.
How many eggs make up one serving of meat and alternatives?
Two eggs make one serving of meat and alternatives.
What should be done with the skin on poultry?
Skin on poultry should be removed. Visible fat from meat should also be trimmed.
What two colours of vegetables should you eat each day?
You should eat at least one dark green and one orange vegetable each day.
One cup of brown rice represents how many portions of grain products?
One cup of rice is two portions of Grain Products
To get adequate vitamin D, how many cups of milk are recommended daily?
The recommendation is 500 ml (2 cups) of milk every day.
What cooking methods are recommended for meat and alternatives?
The recommendation is to use cooking methods such as roasting, baking or poaching that require little or no added fat
What Food Group would you benefit from having at each meal and snacks?
You would benefit from eating vegetables and fruit at all meals and as snacks.
What methods of cooking vegetables are recommended instead of deep fried?
Vegetables steamed, baked or stir-fried instead of deep fried.
How much pasta can you eat if you have to consume 3 portions of Grain Products?
You could consume 1½ cups of cooked pasta.
How much yogurt can be consumed for one serving of milk and alternatives?
One portion of yogurt in 175g. That is equivalent to cup.
What are some examples of legumes?
Beans and lentils are examples of legumes.
What are the benefits of following Canada's Food Guide?
Meeting your needs in vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients; reducing the risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, certain types of cancer and osteoporosis, and contributing to your overall health and vitality.