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Grains VegetablesFruits Oils Milk Meat &Beans
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Dietary FiberB-Vitamins Folate (Folic Acid)Iron Magnesium and Selenium Servings
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PotassiumDietary Fiber Folate (Folic Acid)Vitamin A Vitamin CServings
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PotassiumDietary Fiber Vitamin CFolate (Folic Acid) Servings
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ProteinB-Vitamins IronMagnesium ZincServings
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CalciumPotassium Vitamin DServings
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Most oils are high in monounsaturated or polyunsaturated fats, and low in saturated fats Oils from plants do not contain cholesterol
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Helps reduce blood cholesterol levels May lower the risk of heart disease, obesity and Type 2 diabetes. Fiber Helps provide a feeling of fullness with fewer calories. Dietary Fiber is found in Grains, Vegetables, and Fruits.GrainsVegetablesFruits
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Helps the body form red blood cells. Folate (Folic Acid) is found in Grains, Vegetables, and Fruits.GrainsVegetablesFruits
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Iron is needed to make oxygen carrying proteins hemoglobin and myoglobin. Grains and Meat and Beans are rich in iron. However, certain Fruits and Vegetables can be a good source of iron. GrainsMeat and Beans FruitsVegetables
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B-Vitamins help the body release energy from protein, fat and carbohydrates. They are essential for a health nervous system. Aid in the formation of red blood cells. Grains contain B-Vitamins such as thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, and folate. Grains Meat and Beans contain niacin, thiamin, riboflavin, and Vitamin B6. Meat and Beans Fruits and Vegetables contain folate. FruitsVegetables
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Magnesium is a mineral used in building bones and releasing energy from muscles. Selenium protects cells from oxidation and is important for a healthy immune system. Meat and Beans can a good source magnesium, and Grains can be a good source of magnesium and selenium. Meat and Beans Grains
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Helps to maintain healthy blood pressure. Many Fruits and some Vegetable and Milk products can be a good source of potassium.FruitsVegetable Milk
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Keeps eyes and skin healthy. Protects against infections. Vegetables contain Vitamin A. Vegetables
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Helps heal cuts. Keeps teeth and gums healthy. Aids in iron absorption. Most Fruits are a good source of Vitamin C, and so do many Vegetables.FruitsVegetables
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Proteins are the building blocks for bones, muscles, and cartilage. They are also the building blocks for enzymes, hormones and vitamins. Proteins provide calories. Meat and Beans can be a good source of protein. Meat and Beans
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Zinc is necessary for biochemical reactions and helps the immune system function properly. Meat and Beans can be a good source of zinc. Meat and Beans
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Calcium is used for building bones and teeth and maintaining bone mass. Calcium can be found in Milk products.Milk
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Helps maintain proper levels of calcium and phosphorus. Helps maintain and build bones. Vitamin D is found in most Milk products.Milk
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Servings vary depending on height, weight and age.
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