Meat or Legumes group provides the nutrients needed for health and maintenance of our body.
This group of food is rich in protein, Vitamin E, iron, magnesium, and B vitamins - niacin, thiamin, riboflavin, and B6, and Zinc. To find out what these vitamins and minerals do for our body, visit our work of nutrients page.
The Food Pyramid rules suggest 2 - 3 servings each day of foods from meat or legumes group.
The foods in this group include meat, beans, eggs, poultry, fish, and nuts. For vegetarians, the legumes and dry beans replace the meat portions. Food Serving and Calories table provides information on how much of these and some other foods constitute a serve and the calorie content of the serve.
Remember to choose lean meat or low-fat wherever possible.
