How Many Servings?

MyPyramid shows individuals what and how much to eat daily to help you eat healthfully.

How portion savvy are you? Find out by answering the questions below.

1. How many servings from the Grains Group is this food?
(10-inch plate)

2 servings
4 servings
6 servings

2. How many servings from the Grains Group is this food?
(6 ½-inch plate)

1 serving
3 servings
4 servings

3. How many servings from the Vegetable Group is this food?
(6-inch bowl)

1 serving
2 servings
3 servings

4. How many servings from the Fruit Group is this food?
(4 ounces juice)

1/2 serving
1 serving

5. How many 1-ounce servings from the Meat & Beans Group is this food?
(10-inch plate)

1 serving
3 servings

6. How many servings from the Milk Group is the piece of cheese?
(6 ½-inch plate)

1 serving
2 servings
3 servings

7. What is considered one serving from the Grains Group? 1 cup pasta
1 hamburger bun
1/2 cup rice

8. What is considered one serving from the Fruit Group? 1/2 cup fruit juice
1 cup canned fruit
16 grapes

9. True or False?
At least half of your servings from the Grains Group should be whole grains. True
False

10. A good estimate of 3 ounces of meat is: A deck of cards
Your fist
A tennis ball

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