Power Plate

Does Your Plate Look Like This?

 

In 1991, the PCRM (Physician's Committee for Responsible Medicine) developed the New Four Food Groups.  This zero cholesterol, low-fat plan supplies all of an average adult's daily nutritional requirements, including substantial amounts of fiber.  See below for recommended daily serving sizes. 

The Four New Food Groups

Fruit 3 or more servings a day Serving size: 1 medium piece of fresh fruit, 1/2 cup cooked fruit, 4 oz juice Vegetables 4 or more servings a day Serving size:  1 cup raw vegetables, 1/2 cup cooked vegetables Whole Grains 5 or more servings a day Serving size:  1/2 cup rice or other grain, 1 oz dry cereal, 1 slice bread Legumes 2 or more servings a day Serving size:  1/2 cup cooked beans, 4 oz tofu/tempeh, 8 oz soymilk