No | Components/name of the food group |
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1 | Cereals and starchy vegetables Corn kernels, wheat, rice, flour, and any food that is produced with them (such as bread, pasta), potatoes, peas, and beans |
2 | Dark green leafy vegetables Different types of raw and cooked dark green leafy vegetables such as spinach, parsley, leeks, and watercress |
3 | Vegetables and fruits rich in vitamin A Yellow and orange vegetables and fruits and their completely natural juices such as carrots, cantaloupe, squash, mango, and apricots |
4 | Other vegetables and fruits Including tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, and eggplants |
5 | Meat and fish Different types of red meat, fish, and poultry |
6 | Organ meats Including heart, liver, and kidney |
7 | Eggs |
8 | Milk and dairy products Different types of milk, cheese, yogurt, and other milk products |
9 | Legumes, seeds, and nuts Legumes, nuts, seeds, and foods made with them |