Table 1.
Adult Male | Adult Female | 10 year old child | 7 year old child | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Grains* (oz) | 9 | 6 | 6 | 5 |
Whole grains | 4.5 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Vegetables (servings) | 7 | 6 | 5 | 4 |
Fruits (servings) | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 |
Dairy (servings) | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Meat, nuts and beans (oz) | 8.5 | 5.5 | 5 | 5 |
Oils and fats (teaspoons) | 8 | 6 | 5 | 5 |
Calories consumed | 2600 | 2000 | 1800 | 1600 |
Discretionary calories | 380 | 270 | 170 | 130 |
Source: Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2015-2020, Tables A2-1 and A3-1.