BY: Mike Kroschinski 5th grade health class How Much is to Much? BY: Mike Kroschinski 5th grade health class

serving size The recommended portion of food to be eaten in one meal. Found on the Nutrition Facts label of every food product. Listed in either oz. or how many pieces.

Fruits Serving size depends on age, gender, and level of activity. Boys ages 9-13 = 1 ½ cups of fruit per day Girls ages 9-13 = 1 ½ cups of fruit per day What is a cup of fruit equal to? 1 small apple 1 large banana 32 grapes Serving Size Fruit Chart

Vegetables Serving Size Girls ages 9-13 should have 2 cups per serving Boys ages 9-13 should have 2 ½ cups per serving What is 1cup of vegetables? Dark green vegetables(Broccoli, spinach)= 1 cup chopped, or 2 cups raw Carrots= 2 medium sized Tomato= 1 large raw

Grains Includes pasta, rice, bread, pretzels, tortillas, corn flakes, and popcorn. Serving size Girls 9-13 years of age- 5oz Boys 9-13 years of age- 6oz How much is 1oz? Bagels- 1 Mini Bagel Bread- 1 slice Popcorn- 3cups popped Rice- ½ cup cooked

Protein Foods Meats, Fish, Chicken, Eggs, Peanuts, and Seeds. Boys and Girls ages 9-13= 5oz per day. What is 1oz of protein? Meats- 1 small steak or lean hamburger Seafood- 1 can of tuna Eggs- 1 egg Nuts & Seeds- ½ cup

Dairy Milk, Yogurt, and Cheese Boys and Girls ages 9-13 = 3 cups per day What is 1 cup of dairy? Milk- 1 cup Yogurt- 1 regular size container Cheese 2oz of American (2 slices) 2 cups of cottage cheese 1/3 cup of shredded cheese

Easy ways to measure food You can use many different things to measure out your food. You don’t need any tools or scales Just household items!

Be healthy Eat Right Portion control Variety Balance Exercise At least 60 minutes per day Helps control weight and be overall healthy

Helpful websites Check These Out! Choose My Plate Eat Right Kids Health Check These Out!

References http://www.choosemyplate.gov/food-groups/