1. The USDA’s MyPyramid Good nutrition allows your body to grow and function in a healthy way. nutrition The process of taking in food and using it for energy, growth, and good health

2. The USDA’s MyPyramid The USDA created the MyPyramid food guidance system to help you make healthful food choices. MyPyramid food guidance system A guide for developing a healthful eating plan

4. How to Meet Your Nutrient Needs MyPyramid makes recommendations on calorie consumption. calorie A unit of heat that measures the energy available in foods The MyPyramid suggestions are based on your age, gender, and level of physical activity.

5. How to Meet Your Nutrient Needs How Many Calories Do You Need? Gender/Age Sedentary Lifestyle Moderately Active Lifestyle Active Lifestyle Females, Age 9–13 1600 calories per day1200 calories per day2200 calories per day Males, Age 9–13 1800 calories per day2000 calories per day2600 calories per day

6. How to Meet Your Nutrient Needs What Are Your Food Group Needs Based on Calories? Your Calorie Level160018002000220024002600 Fruits1.5 cups 2 cups Vegetables2 cups2.5 cups3 cups 3.5 cups Grains5 ounces6 ounces 7 ounces8 ounces9 ounces Meat and Beans5 ounces 5.5 ounces6 ounces6.5 ounces Milk3 cups Oils5 tsp. 6 tsp. 7 tsp.8 tsp. Extra Calories132195267290362

7. Eat a Variety of Foods You can’t get all the nutrients your body needs from just one food group. Try to get 45 to 65 percent of you food calories from carbohydrates, especially from low-fat, nutrient-rich foods.

8. Influences on Food Choices Look Feel Smell Taste FamiliarityCulture MediaCost Land Climate Local Agriculture Peers Convenience