The Food Guide Pyramid is a guide that shows us how much we should eat from each food group. It helps us be sure that we are getting all of the nutrients we need to be healthy. Nutrients are substances in food that nourish the body, so it will grow and be healthy.
B vitamins are the main nutrient found in grains and breads.
They help the body use the energy that we eat. Calcium is the main nutrient found in the Dairy Group. It helps to build strong teeth and bones. Protein is the main nutrient in the Meats and Beans Group. It helps build strong muscles.