The Food Guide Pyramid suggests 3 - 5 servings each day. Choose raw vegetables for added fiber. Go easy on added fat. Use low-fat salad dressings. Fruits Fruits and fruit juices provide important amounts of vitamin C and potassium.
Fruits are naturally low in fat and sodium, and also provide fiber.
The Food Guide Pyramid suggests 2 - 4 servings each day. Pass up on canned fruits with heavy syrup. Count only 100 percent fruit juice as fruit. Milk, Yogurt, and Cheese Milk, yogurt, and cheese are the best source of calcium. The Food Guide Pyramid Suggests 2-3 servings each day.