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Exercise for Older Adults

Frequently Asked Questions

12. Should I eat or drink anything special? - cont'd

USDA Food Pyramid. - Click to enlarge in new window.
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The biggest part of your calories should come from grains, the next largest from vegetables and fruit, then fish, poultry, meats, and dairy products. The less fats, oils, and sweets you eat, the better, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Pyramid.