Table 1.
Recommended daily core food group serves for a child aged 2–3 years old and serves per >50% provision. Additional comparison for oil equivalents, added sugars, sodium, and discretionary foods.
| Food Group [18] | ADG Recommendation [18] | >50% Serves |
|---|---|---|
| Vegetables, legumes, beans | 2.5 | 1.25 |
| Fruit | 1 | 0.5 |
| Grains (cereals) | 4 | 2 |
| Meat and meat alternatives | 1 | 0.5 |
| Dairy and dairy alternatives | 1.5 | 0.75 |
| Additional comparisons | ||
| Unsaturated fats/oil equivalents | 6.5 g (as a midpoint between ADG recommendations for 2–3 and 3–12 years old) | 3.25 g |
| Added sugars | 10% of total energy | 50% of 10% of total energy |
| Sodium | 1000 mg/day | 500 mg/day |
| Discretionary foods | 0 serves | 0 serves |